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Joan Sherman Obituary

SHERMAN JOAN C. 82, of Harrisville, passed away October 5, 2014 at the Nancy Ann Nursing Home in Foster RI. She was the loving wife of 35 years to Zane Sherman. She was born in Providence RI, a daughter of the late Edward & Mildred (Doherty) Raftery. Joan was a first grade school teacher for the Glocester Elementary School for 24 years, previously she taught in Barrington and Pascoag. She was a resident of Harrisville for 55 years. Besides her husband she is survived by a daughter Catherine Lema, sons, John Jr., Mark, and Christopher Mazza, 8 grandchildren 3 great grandchildren. She is also survived by a sister, Patricia Lavallee and a brother Edward Raftery Jr. She was preceded in death by a son Frederick Mazza, and two sisters, Mildred Metro, and Maureen Brooks. Her funeral will be held Thursday at 9am from the Brown Funeral Home 1496 Victory Hwy., Oakland, with a Mass of Christian Burial at 11am in St. Patrick's Church Harrisville. Burial will follow in St. Patrick's Cemetery in Pascoag. Calling hours will be held prior to the mass from 9am until 10:30am. www.brownfuneralhomes.com

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Published by The Providence Journal on Oct. 8, 2014.

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topper durfee

November 6, 2014

zane; just found out. lost Debbie 2 yrs next month. enjoyed working with you. God bless and be with you. topper

John Bussell

October 24, 2014

Sympathies and condolences from the Bussell family. Our families lived near each and we hungout with each other and over each others home. The memories of Joans warmth, kindness and friendliness will live on in our hearts. Prayers out to John,Mark,Katie and Chris. All the best for all of you and your families. John

Lisa Thacker

October 10, 2014

Dear John, Cate, Mark and Chris, I was so sad to learn of your mom's passing. She was a kind and beautiful lady. Diane, Ann Marie and I have great memories of the fun times we shared as kids with your family in Harrisville. I'm so sorry for your loss. You're all in my thoughts and prayers. Lisa

Kathi Wheater

October 9, 2014

Dear Zane, John, Katie, Mark, Chris, and all your family members who miss Joan's warm presence, sparkling eyes and her joy of being with those she loved. My prayers are with you to help you bear your loss, and my heart remembers her with great love for all the wonderful moments I was able to share with her.
XO

Nick Mazza

October 9, 2014

I will always have the fondest memories of visits with grandma and Pop. Love you!

Serena Mazza

October 8, 2014

Hi pop, my prayers are with you. RIP grandma. Paradise awaits

Eileen Hansen

October 8, 2014

John, I was so saddened to hear about your mom. I had the pleasure of visiting her a few times over the years and enjoyed every moment! She was a glass half full kind of lady with amazing intuition and will be missed by everyone she touched. Sending lots of love and happy thoughts to you and your family.

Thomas Magnan

October 8, 2014

Zane,
My deepest sympathy for your loss.

Tom Magnan

Julie Capobianco

October 8, 2014

So sorry to hear about Joan's passing. Our family has such wonderful memories of fun and laughter at your home in Harrisville. What a beautiful person she was - inside and out. Praying for you all during this difficult time. Love, Julie Hassett

Bob & Rita Tomaso

October 8, 2014

John
Rita and I wanted to let you know our thoughts and our prayers are with you and your family through this heartbreaking time. Nothing we can say will ease your pain but wanted you to know we are thinking of you. Love to you and your family. With heartfelt sympathy, may you feel our love embrace you during this difficult time.

Peter Sherman

October 8, 2014

Joan was the kind of good the world needs so much more of. She was steadfast in finding the positive in people and had what seemed to be a limitless capacity for reconciling whatever was dealt her.
Joan will always be an important light for me.
Peter , proud stepson.

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