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Born on September 19, 1946, in Aberdeen, Washington, JoAnn was the daughter of the late Donald and Cecilia (Weathers) Rattie. After graduating from high school, she traded the cool, rainy climate of the Pacific Northwest for the tropical warmth of Hawaii. It was in Hawaii that she met the love of her life, Niles Nicholas Colton, who was stationed there with the U.S. Army. They married on November 9, 1968, and shared 43 wonderful years together. She was known for her kind heart, sense of humor, and unwavering love for her family. Her greatest pride and joy were her grandchildren, whom she adored.
JoAnn was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Niles. She is survived by her three children: sons Mark Vincent of Troy, PA, and Joseph Monte (Bridget) of Scranton, PA; and daughter Teresa Maria of Huntington, WV. She is also survived by her ten cherished grandchildren: Alexis Nicole of Syracuse, NY; Stephanie Ann of Huntington, WV; Brittany Marie (Jennifer Alonso) of Cornwall on Hudson, NY; Kassidy Carmella of Rochester, NY; Nicholas Nathaniel of Minot, ND; Emma Alysse of Fort Campbell, KY; Julia Madison of Williamsport, PA; Mark Vincent II (Vinnie) of Troy, PA; and Rosemary Grace and Abigail Katherine Wilson of Scranton, PA.
JoAnn is also survived by her sisters Louise Hill of Elizabeth City, NC and Barbara McGlone of Philadelphia, PA; and brothers Fred Rattie of Ogden, Utah and William Rattie of Aberdeen, WA. JoAnn is predeceased by her sisters Helen Sellers and Adele Elliott.
A mass celebration of JoAnn's life will be held on July 12, 2025, 10:00 am, at the St Michael's Catholic Church in Canton, PA. A short graveside service will be held after mass at the Windfall Cemetery.
Arrangements are under the care and direction of Edward J. Chomko Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 262 Railroad Avenue, West Scranton, PA 18505.
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