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Joan was a graduate of Forest Hills High School and Pace Institute in New York City. She was a charter member of the Ringwood Ambulance Corps in Ringwood, New Jersey, a longtime volunteer with Hospice of the Upstate in Anderson, SC, and a proud former member of the "Bud and Bloom" garden club. A woman of deep faith, she was also a devoted parishioner of St. Joseph Catholic Church.
Known for her vibrant spirit and warm heart, Joan found great joy in her weekly Mahjong games with her dear "Mahjong buds". She cherished her daily walks around the neighborhood, always stopping to chat and connect with friends and neighbors.
She is survived by her five children: Bonnie M. Schatteman and her husband, Paul, of Milford, PA; Robert S. Loughlin Jr. of Greensboro, NC; Colleen Hymes and her husband, Michael, of Anderson, SC; Timothy P. Loughlin of Greenville, SC; and Suzanne Smith and her husband, Michael, of Blauvelt, NY. Joan was the loving grandmother of seven and great-grandmother of six-roles she cherished deeply. Also surviving is her much-loved sister-in-law, Dorothy Joyce Hoyt, of Bradenton, Florida.
The family will receive friends on Friday, July 18, 2025, from 12:00 – 1:00 pm at the St. Joseph Catholic Church vestibule at 1200 Cornelia Road in Anderson. The funeral Mass will follow at 1:00 pm with Father Philip S. Gillespie officiating. Inurnment will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Gardens in Anderson.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to, Hospice of the Upstate, 1835 Rogers Road, Anderson, SC 29621, or St. Joseph Catholic Church, 1303 McLees Road, Anderson, SC 29621.
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Rosemary Gregory
July 19, 2025
My first
Memory of Joan goes back to 1991 as she and I participated in a movement within the Church sponsored by our St Joseph Parish that involved one week of talks and discussion groups designed to increase our relationship with Christ. It was at that point, we became friends, with a common bond, love for the Holy Mass, the Sacraments, and a deeper love for Jesus Christ & His Mother. I have valued her friendship and will pray that her soul is resting now with her first Love, Jesus.
Laurie Smith
July 18, 2025
We are so sorry for your loss you will be in our prayers. Love you all Laurie, Brad, Hunter, Hayden, and Haylee Smith
Carolyn l. Krause
July 17, 2025
Yes, Joan was always vibrant and warm with a good stroy to tell that would leave us all laughing. Though miles separated us, we kept in touch. Ted and I almost became neighbors, but decided instead to stay in New Jersey at Cedar Crest. Ted left eleven years ago. Molly, my daughter is now here at Cedar Crest with her husband, Bill. Our prayers are with the wonderful family Joan and Bob created.
Gwen Mochak
July 15, 2025
Rich and I consider ourselves most fortunate to have been next door neighbors to Joan. Ten years ago, Joan warmly welcomed us into the neighborhood by hosting a lovely community gathering at her home. Our friendship flourished much like the flowers in our gardens. Pleasant conversations on her front porch, strolls around the community, recipe sharing and SO MUCH MORE, were all special times together that we will always treasure! Joan's warm, generous and fun-loving spirit will always remain with those those of us who were MORE than fortunate to have known her. ~Gwen and Rich Mochak
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