Josephine "Jo-Ann" Pearce
March 12, 1947 ~ July 23, 2024
Josephine "Jo-Ann" Pearce, 77 of New Haven passed away peacefully at CT Hospice on July 23, 2024, with her family by her side. She was born March 12, 1947, in New Haven to Louis and Julia (DePalma) Vollono. Jo-Ann is survived by her loving husband of 59 years, Francis "Skeeter" Pearce and their three children; Francine Pearce OBrien, Jennifer Ciaburro (Louie), and Jonathan Pearce, along with seven grandchildren whom she adored; Julia Jalbert (Eric), Aedan OBrien, Christian Ciaburro, Alex Ciaburro, Derek Ciaburro, Miguel Pearce, and Daniel Pearce. She is also survived by a great-grandson, Archie Jalbert and soon-to-be twin great-granddaughters and her five siblings: Vincent Vollono (Helen), Rae Silvestro, Louis Vollono (Patty), Joseph Vollono (Carol) and Stephen Vollono (Laurel) and many nieces and nephews.
Jo-Ann is preceded in death by her parents and grandson, Corey Richmond (2022).
Prior to Jo-Ann's retirement, she worked for several years as a customer service representative for Southern Connecticut Gas Company. Throughout her time there, she made many lifelong friends who were more like family.
Jo-Ann was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend. She loved her family and friends above all things. Jo-Ann was the "life of the party", never without a funny story or memory to share. She held strong with her family traditions, especially during the holiday seasons. Jo-Ann was sure to always carry on her mom's legacy of delicious Italian cooking and made sure that no one ever left her home hungry or without a meal "to go." Her warm and loving spirit made everyone feel welcome in her home. She took great pride in being a mom, not only to her own children, but anyone that was special to them. Her grandchildren were the lights of her life. Their Mimi always made sure to be involved in whatever was going on in each one of their lives. Mimi never missed a beat. Her family was her world. She enjoyed lunches with her treasured friends, chatting on Facebook with her cherished cousins, playing Words with Friends, and sharing recipes. She will be deeply missed by all.
All services are private and under the care of the Clancy-Palumbo Funeral Home, 43 Kirkham Ave., East Haven. Donations may be made in Jo-Ann's memory to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude’s Place, Memphis TN 38105, a special charity that she held dear to her heart.
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Published by The New Haven Register on Jul. 27, 2024.

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laurel

July 21, 2025

A year later - they say that time is a healer - I still miss my "stone" more than ever. i have never gone this long without hearing your voice; I miss you so.
Memories attempt to sustain me, but I still have so much i want to share with you....until we meet again --- love you

Nancy Lorenti

December 3, 2024

Skeeter I just found out today about Jo-Ann. My prayers are with you and your family. May your grief lessen with time. God bless you.

Jim Gambardella

August 1, 2024

Our thoughts and prayers are with our loving cousin and her family. We will miss you and remember you always.
Jim & Marguerite Gambardella

Richard Nuzzo

July 30, 2024

Skeeter & family so sorry to hear about JoAnn passing-She was a great person and a wonderful cook-whenever I would be there with Mike she say would you like some stuff peppers-they were the best-Again my condolences to you all

Anthony J Barzydlo jr(Barz)

July 29, 2024

Sorry for your loss!

MaryAnn Chieppo

July 29, 2024

I am heart broken to hear Joanne passed away . My sisters were very good friends with her . We lived near each other when we were young . My condolence to her family . Rest In Peace Joanne Such A Beautiful Person . Love MaryAnn Lacey Chieppo

Gary Vitagliano

July 29, 2024

Dear Jon,

I was deeply saddened to hear about your loss. Please accept my heartfelt condolences to you and all of your family. May you find comfort in the memories you shared and strength in the support of those around you. My thoughts are with you ol' chum.

Gary V

Paul & Judy Frodel

July 28, 2024

Condolences to your family at this most difficult time, she will be missed

Sherri A Defrancesco

July 28, 2024

Jen so sorry to hear about the passing of your mom. I send my prayers. Sherri Defrancesco

LaurelLou ... your pebble

July 28, 2024

Skeeter, Francine, Jonathan, Jennifer and family
I have been blessed to have JoAnn in my life.
As a young wife, JoAnn took me under her wing. She taught me so much. Her wisdom and lessons were taught to me in loving ways and always with a touch of humor. Because of her my shades will always hang at even lengths. So many stories to tell!!!
The grace of JoAnn is that she made EVERYONE feel as though they were special, and a part of her family. A rare quality indeed!!!
To say I was blessed to be part of your tremendous family is an understatement. I have loved JoAnn since the moment I met her. My mentor, my confidante.
I will miss her forever, her voice will resonate through my head and my heart until I have the glory of being with her again
I love you JoAnnski, My Stone, my sister -in-love, and most of all, my friend

Ken McIntyre

July 28, 2024

Skeeter and family. I'm very sorry to hear about Jo. I'll say a prayer for her.

Michael (Dewey) DePonte

July 28, 2024

Joe,Vinny and family, so sorry to hear about the passing of your sister. May the love of your family and friends carry you through your grief.

Dana

July 27, 2024

My dear friend. I will miss you. So glad we got together for lunches and enjoyed many laughs. My thoughts and prayers for family. Your legacy will live on in each of them. Love Dana

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