Joan Wadsworth

Joan (Burnett) Wadsworth, age 83, of Southampton, passed away unexpectedly at home on Thursday, March 28, 2024. She was the loving wife of Henry E. Wadsworth (Harry), her lifelong partner of 66 years.
Daughter of the late Mildred Bombay and James Burnett, Joan is survived by five living children, Dolores (Lori) Caporale & Mike, Linda Grauel, Henry (Harry) Wadsworth & Barbara, James Wadsworth & Brandi, and Michael Wadsworth & Andrea.
Joan was blessed with a large family. In addition to her 6 children, she was a loving grandmother to 21 grandchildren, Noelle May, Christina (Matt) Wenclewicz, Jason Caporale-Guarino (Rebecca), Nicole Ranochak (Bob), Kelly Ranochak (Dave), Steven Ranochak, Thomas Ranochak (Vanna), Michael Ranochak, James Grauel, Michele Lay (Mark), Joseph Grauel (Kelly), Melissa Smoot, Henry Wadsworth (Justine), Renee Wadsworth (Pascal), Herbert Byam (Heather), Alexander Wadsworth, Jonathan Wadsworth, Andrew Wadsworth, Ryan Wadsworth & Sean Wadsworth; 16 great-grandchildren and 2 great-great grandchildren. Joan is also survived by her sisters Carol Zapf (Carl), Mary Ann Newkumet (Blair) and Diane Gill (Tom), as well as many nieces, nephews, uncles, and cousins.
Joan was predeceased by her daughter Lisa Henderson, her grandson Brian Grauel and two sisters, Lois Fogerty and Nancy Cushinotto.
As described by her devoted husband Harry, Joan saved him. They met when Joan was 14, later married then went on to build a long life together, filled with love, laughter and a large loving family that enjoys spending time together.
Joan was a devoted member of Our Lady of Good Counsel Church. She was known to attend church from a very early age and independently as a teenager. She has practiced her faith for decades and said the rosary every evening. Joan was a member of the church choir for many years, she led weekly rosary, assisted with Prep classes and was a member of the Knights of Columbus Ladies Auxiliary.
Joan was heavily involved in caring for others even beyond her family. She spent several years assisting elderly homebound seniors, providing support, delivering meals, and running errands.
Joan was an active member of the Saint Francis Seniors group for many years. She enjoyed the meetings, travel opportunities, and above all the companionship of fellow members.
For years, Joan shared her voice as a member of the Merry Tones choral group. The Merry Tones visited seniors throughout the region, providing entertainment and smiles. We fondly remember Joan sharing stories about the many visits to various senior homes. This brought her tremendous joy!
Joan loved to travel and enjoyed many trips. She and Harry visited the Caribbean, Italy, Mexico, England, Scotland, and Ireland, with Israel being her trip of a lifetime. Most recently Joan, along with 30 family members, enjoyed a trip to the beaches of North Carolina in July of 2023.
Joan never missed a birthday, anniversary, or holiday. She purchased all her cards monthly to ensure everyone received them on time. Each child and their spouse were invited to a birthday dinner with a menu of their choice. Joan could recite each family member's birthday from memory. Truly a remarkable love of family.
We will deeply miss Mom, Mom Mom, Joan. We will always treasure the time we had with her.
Services will be held on Monday, April 8, 2024, at Our Lady of Good Counsel Church, 611 Knowles Ave, Southampton. The family will receive relatives and friends from 10:00am – 12:00pm. A funeral mass will be held at noon. A private interment will occur at a later date at Our Lady of Grace cemetery in Langhorne. Donations in Joan's name may be made to Women of OLGC, 611 Knowles Ave., Southampton, PA 18966. Condolences to the Wadsworth family may be sent to mcgheegivnish.com.