Joann Peace Obituary
Seekonk, MA – Joann Dorothy (Minor) Peace, 79, passed away on Wednesday, February 11, 2026. She was the cherished wife of Robert Russell Peace for sixty years. Born in Pawtucket, she was the daughter of the late Joseph T. and Mary (Hylek) Minior.
Joann graduated from Tolman High School in Pawtucket and received her L.P.N. degree from St. Joseph’s School of Nursing in Providence. She also received her associate’s degree from Johnson & Wales University and attended the University of Rhode Island. Joann served as an L.P.N. at Swansea Pediatrics for nearly twenty-five years and was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother. She was also a strong advocate for animals and had a particular love for cats.
Alongside her husband, she leaves behind her sons, Michael Peace (Kerri) of Pascoag and David Peace of Seekonk, MA, and grandchildren, McKenzie Peace and Kyleigh Peace.
She was predeceased by her brother, John Minor.
Funeral Arrangements are private and entrusted to the WILLIAM W. TRIPP Funeral Home, 1008 Newport Ave., Pawtucket.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to: Seekonk Animal Shelter, 100 Peck St, Seekonk, MA 02771.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
1008 Newport Avenue, Pawtucket, RI 02861
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