Joanna McElroy Obituary
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Joanna graduated from Southern Connecticut State Teachers College and was a kindergarten teacher at MacDonough Elementary School in Middletown.
Joanna leaves behind her daughter, Kate Thibodeau (Reggie) of Middlefield, husband David McElroy, and several grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her first husband Neal Carlson, daughters Theresa, and Chris Anne.
Joanna loved to travel, including Europe, China, Japan, South and Central America. She also traveled full-time in an RV across the United States and Canada. Volunteered at State parks in Louisiana and the Big Bend Region of Texas.
Joanna was a lover of her Black Lab Retrievers Spot, Tyler and most recent Niko that she leaves behind.
Per Joanna's wishes there will be no ceremony and calling hours. Please, no flowers or donations. Her only wish is that friends and family remember her.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Eden Schulz
November 4, 2025
Joanna was my kindergarten teacher and became a beloved family friend. She was a wonderful teacher - gentle, creative and so caring. Sending love to David and her whole family. She meant so much to my family.
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