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Joan Hook Obituary
04/15/1960 - 03/05/2020
Joan Marie Hook, 59, of Jonas, Pa., formerly of Mount Pocono, Pa., and Panama City Beach, Fla., passed away peacefully Thursday, March 5, 2020, surrounded by her beloved family and friends, in Bartonsville, Pa. She was the beloved partner of Randy K. Hemerly.
Born April 15, 1960, in Scranton, Pa., she was the daughter of Ruth (Schreiber) Grady and Thomas Grady Sr. She was a graduate of Pocono Central Catholic High School and Lincoln Technical Institute.
Joan was a gregarious, hilarious, outgoing friend to everyone she met. She loved providing a warm and comforting meal to all those who entered her home; no matter the time of day or night, she had a warm plate ready. Her door was always open.
She was a most talented cook and hostess; entertaining her family, friends, and her children's friends was one of her greatest joys. And entertaining she was! If not providing food at home, she was bringing a meal or platter to whatever home or event she attended. Her kind and gentle heart was expressed in both soft tones with intuitive wisdom and laughter that could fill you to your core. A person in need was her friend indeed.
Joan's greatest joy in life was her family. In addition to her beloved partner, Randy, she is survived by her son, Vincent Walton, husband of Patricia, of Pennsylvania, Christina Walton of Philadelphia, Pa., and Morgan and Amanda Hook, both at home; step-daughters, Jennifer Henry, wife of Patrick, of Effort, Pa., Elizabeth Hook of Pompton Plains, N.J., mother-in law, Junne Hook; grandson, Isaac McCorristin; and step-grandchildren, Gabriella Koshefsky and Shea Henry. She also is survived by her three sisters, Trish Weber of The Villages, Fla., Mary Grady of Missoula, Mont., and Ann Pelicci of Waverly, Pa., three brothers, Thomas Grady Jr., husband of Donna, of Canyon Lake, Calif., John Grady of Jacksonville, Fla., and Richard Grady of Scotrun, Pa. In addition, there are several nieces and nephews, great nieces and nephews, and oodles of friends. She was preceded in death by her sister, Kathryn Smith; and her husband, James M. Hook Jr.
Family and friends are invited to attend Joan's memorial service from 1 to 5 p.m. Saturday, March 14, at Bensing-Thomas Funeral Home, 401 North 5th St., Stroudsburg, PA 18360, where a prayer service will be held following at 5 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Joan Hook's Minor Children's Fund. GoFundMe link: www.gofundme.com/f/joan-grady-hook-memorial-funds
Bensing-Thomas Funeral Home, Inc.
401 North 5th St., Stroudsburg, PA 18360
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for Joan Hook
March 14, 2020
Always a great, funny person, will be missed.
Brenda Sparrow
March 14, 2020
My thoughts and prayers are with you Randy, Morgan and Amanda. RIP Joanie, you will be missed.
Jessica Miller
March 12, 2020
Although we moved away 2 years ago, Joanie was and always will be the best next door neighbor anyone could ever have. We lived next door to each other for 11 years and saw each other through a lot of hard times, but shared way more happy times than sad. Joanie, you were one of the strongest, most genuine women I have ever known. Your love for your children, as well as your love for mine, your laugh, and just happiness for life in general, will always be remembered. Eric, myself and our kids love you always. Rest easy ❤
Vikki Stoss
March 11, 2020
So sorry cousin Randy ...our prayers and love surround you at this time ..... Stay strong ..Your a Rehrig ..
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Corey Perich
March 11, 2020
May you come to find peace during your time of loss and sorrow. Good luck to, and may God bless, Joans family and friends.
Mary Brennan
March 9, 2020
I remember the day I met you. Donna C and I were hanging out in Mt Pocono and you and Anne walked up to talk. I was immediately comfortable with you and knew we were going to be good friends. Thanks for the memories. RIP and say a prayer for us down here.
Sue & Joe Ryan
March 9, 2020
Our condolences to the Grady family! You were our neighbor, our friend, and you will be missed. God Bless and peace to you all.
Bibi
March 9, 2020
Rest now my beautiful lady, you always making sure my evening was good as you knowledge me with the evening happenings for my shiftsyou are full of love and caring and I pray all your love ones remember you as they carry on knowing you left much love with them. I am so sorry we didnt get to make that lunch we promise each other but I know we will reach somedaymy love to your love ones beautiful friend
March 9, 2020
May your love shine through those that knew you, what an amazing person I always felt so comfortable going in to work knowing she lets me know everything that's happening during my shifts before she leavedidnt get to go to that lunch we promise each other my lady but hopefully we will reach again in heavenMay all your love loves remember you beautifully
Love Bibi
Aemelia Baker
March 8, 2020
Joannie was like a mother to me for so many years. She treated her daughter Mandy and I like princesses and made us laugh until we couldnt take it. She welcomed me into their family with open and loving arms and always had a warm plate ready without ever having to ask. I will cherish the memories I have with a woman I saw as my second mother forever.
ruby Dunlap
March 8, 2020
Morgan, Mandy and Randy, so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayer are with you. Joan was a beautiful person and a wonderful neighbor.she will be missed.
March 8, 2020
So sorry for your loss. She was a great neighbor. She would co.e and cut our grass without us asking. She raised two beautiful daughter. She will be miss.
Dawn Massa
March 8, 2020
Joan was a strong woman who I admired so much. I met Joan when I became her daughter Amandas dance teacher. Throughout the years she was so supportive of me and I will never forget that. She was so generous with her time and help when she was so busy with her own life. She didnt do anything for accolades. She was so easy to talk to and we had a lot of laughs over the years. She loved her family so much and I am praying for them during this time. Joan was a star.
Mae West
March 8, 2020
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Mae West
March 7, 2020
Rest in Peace, Joan!
Cheryl Lozier
March 7, 2020
My deepest sympathy to Morgan and family. Your mother was such a sweet and kind person and will be missed dearly. May God bless you Morgan in your time of grief.
Wuebbe
March 7, 2020
I know she was a good Heart, Good Mind and a good spirited lady. Every time came to work and when she was there you can see the twinkle in her eye and a big smile from her and you knew it was a great day. I will miss her greatly but in memory she live on in everyones heart. It was and honor to know Joan and to see her children. I thank you Joan and to your Family.
O Great Mystery
May you watch over Joan and show her the way in spiritual life and send unconditional love to her family, may the Four Winds bless us all Aho! (Amen) Wolf Clan Peace Keeper Don Wild Eagle
Robin Riley
March 7, 2020
I am saddened by the mews of Joanies passing. My sincerest condolences go out to her family.
Evelyn DiNovo
March 7, 2020
Joan, I so enjoyed our time together as dance moms! It was always a pleasure hanging out with you at dance competitions, working the concession stand at recital and trying to fundraise for our girls! Rest in peace dear angel, you will always be a #dancemom4ever! Amanda, Sofia and I will always be here for you. We are still your dance family!
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