Joan Ann Zona

Joan Ann Zona obituary, Eastlake, OH

Joan Ann Zona

Joan Zona Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Monreal Srnick Funerals & Cremations on Jan. 5, 2026.
Joan Ann Zona (Peshek), age 83, passed away peacefully on December 30, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.

Born on August 7, 1942, in Cleveland, Ohio, Joan graduated from John Adams High School. She spent 16 years as a stay-at-home mom raising her three boys before dedicating many years to her career as an Office Manager. Her leadership and organizational skills were instrumental in helping build a successful technology company, where she was respected by colleagues and friends alike.

Joan's passions extended well beyond her professional life. She was an accomplished Bridge player, earning the title of Bridge Master, and found joy in reading, often browsing library shelves for her next book. Joan cherished attending her children's and grandchildren's sporting events, productions, shows, and milestone celebrations. Her love of travel led her to visit all 50 states, creating lasting memories along the way.

As a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, Joan brought warmth, kindness, and a radiant smile to everyone she met. Her greatest joy was her family, and she delighted in sharing their stories with others.

Joan is survived by her beloved husband of 62 years, David; her children Gregory, Kevin (Diana), and Marc; grandchildren Cameron, Brooke, David, and Anna; her brother Robert Peshek; sisters Carol Landriscina and Linda Kuachusri (preceded in death); as well as extended family and a circle of close friends.

Family and friends are invited to gather in remembrance on Saturday, January 10, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., with a service immediately following at Monreal Srnick Funeral Home, 35400 Curtis Boulevard, Eastlake, Ohio.

Joan will be remembered with love and gratitude by all who knew her.

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January 7, 2026

Sondra Jordan posted to the memorial.

January 6, 2026

Diane Krizman posted to the memorial.

January 6, 2026

Angela Latten posted to the memorial.

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Sondra Jordan

January 7, 2026

My deepest sympathy to the family !!
Joan was my neighbor, for many years in Brightwood, and lived behind me.
I met Joan playing Bridge we all started playing at the Civic Center in Mentor!!
Those were fun times and lots of memories!!! Joan went on to become a master bridge player !!! What a great achievement!!! Sondra Jordan

Diane Krizman

January 6, 2026

My Deepest Sympathy to the Family for your loss. Along with many others, I will definitely miss Joan´s kind but competitive nature at future bridge functions. So sorry I am unable to attend her memorial. May time & beautiful memories heal your sorrow.
Prayers & God Bless, Diane Krizman

Angela Latten

January 6, 2026

My deepest condolences to the family

Vanessa Grove

January 6, 2026

My sincere condolences to you and your family

Nancy Schott

January 5, 2026

Such a pleasant person even as the ultimate competitor! A loss to the bridge world.

Angie Strainic

January 5, 2026

Please accept my deepest sympathy for your loss. I am heartbroken. Besides playing bridge with each other and across the table for more than 25 years, Joan and I used to go gambling and meet up in Vegas every winter. I am going to miss her laughter and her WILD bidding very much!

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