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JOAN A. "JOANIE" MAHONEY

JOAN A. "JOANIE" MAHONEY obituary, West Newton, MA

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JOAN MAHONEY Obituary

MAHONEY, Joan A. "Joanie" Passed away peacefully, on December 4, 2025. She was a long-time resident of West Newton. She was predeceased by her father, James F.; mother, Catherine (Sheedy); and sister, Janet. She is survived by her loving brother, Mark; sister-in-law, Nicole; and nieces, Francesca and Amalia. She is also survived by her loving cousin, Edward Mahoney; and his children, David, Katie and Jimmy. Joan suffered a major stroke in 2006. Joan not only survived the stroke but thrived in life afterwards. Joan made friends wherever she went. From the "RIDE" drivers to the therapists, doctors, nurses and all those involved in her care. If you were fortunate enough to cross paths with Joanie in life, you won't soon forget her. A Celebration of Joan's Life is planned in the future. Donations may be made in Joan's name to: The Carroll Center for the Blind, 770 Centre St., Newton, MA 02458. For online guestbook, gfdoherty.com George F. Doherty & Sons Needham 781 444 0687

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Published by Boston Globe from Dec. 17 to Dec. 21, 2025.

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Nancy Mathys

January 4, 2026

I knew Joni from the Carroll Center. She helped me select a wedding dress She was beautiful, inside and out. I admired her baking and seamstress skills. She always made and wore Laura Ashley dresses.
Every Christmas, I would receive an email from Joni, wishing me a Merry Christmas. I cried every year.
When my husband died in 2016, Joni took The Ride to his celebration. She was an inspiration.
I love you, dear Joan. I will never forget your kindness and strength.

Elizabeth Hoover

January 1, 2026

I am deeply saddened to hear of Joanie's passing. She was a remarkable woman who was a joy to know and work with. Her curiosity, kindness and spirit left a lasting impression on everyone in our aphasia community. She will be forever in our hearts.

Jerome Kaplan

December 24, 2025

Joanie was such a bright spirit. She always made me smile. She was an inspiration to me and the aphasia community. Rest in peace, my friend.

Sondra Pruden

December 21, 2025

I so sorry to find this obituary. Mark, do you remember the Ostrosky family who lived next door to your parents? I am the daughter, Sondra Ostrosky Pruden. I tried to find Joanie, and you, with no luck. We live in NY, upstate. Joanie, Janet and I used to play together as kids.

Carolynn Pelloux

December 18, 2025

I worked with Joan at HealthDrive and she made every day joyful and fun. Do I need to mention the lens free glasses . Joan surprised and delighted Marc and I when she attended our wedding. We lost touch years later but you were never far from my heart. Rest well my friend

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