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Joan M. Aukstikalnis-Conners
1971 - 2019
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Joan Aukstikalnis-Conners Obituary
Joan was born in Athol, MA on October 28, 1971 the daughter of John and Theresa (O'Brien) Aukstikalnis. She graduated from Mahar Regional School in 1989, then earned her physical therapist assistant certificate before pursuing and obtaining her nursing degree from Greenfield Community College and UMass.
Joan enjoyed beach vacations, kayaking, shopping, white water rafting, the Lifetime and Hallmark channels, and spending time with friends and family. She was not a big fan of cats, musicals, and overhead lights !
Baking for everyone she knew brought her joy as well as hosting family holidays.
She always had a strong faith in God, which sustained her through many rough patches in her life.
Joan is survived by her husband Sean Conners, whom she married on April 12, 2012, her daughter Katherine Myers and her husband Dan of Greenfield, her father John of North Orange, MA, her mother Theresa of Winchester, NH, seven brothers and sisters; John Aukstikalnis and wife Elaine of Richmond, NH, Michael Aukstikalnis of Orange, Jean (Aukstikalnis) Powling and husband Gerry of Orange, Tony Aukstikalnis of Okinawa, Japan, Dan Aukstikalnis of North Orange, Tim Aukstikalnis and wife Denise of Athol, MA, Chris Aukstikalnis of North Orange, MA, many nieces, nephews, great niece and nephews.
A Liturgy of Christian Burial will be celebrated Friday, March 1 at 10:00 am at Holy Trinity Church, 133 Main St., Greenfield, with Rev. Timothy Campoli, pastor, as celebrant.
Visiting hours will be Thursday from 6 to 8 pm at the Smith-Kelleher Funeral Home, 87 Franklin St., Greenfield.
Burial will be at the convenience of the family.
In lieu of flowers, it is suggested friends and family consider a monetary contribution to offset Joan's final expenses. They may be sent to Smith-Kelleher Funeral Home, 87 Franklin St., Greenfield, MA 01301
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Memories and Condolences
for Joan Aukstikalnis-Conners
March 27, 2019
I'm sorry for the loss of your loved one. My heartfelt sympathies go out to the family and friends during this difficult time. I hope that the promise in 1 Thessalonians 4:14 can bring comfort.
Steve Matthews
March 3, 2019
I will miss you joaney you where a awsome person and know you are with patrica and she will keep you smiling iam sorry I could not make it but I will never forget you steve.
February 28, 2019
So sorry for your family's loss. May cherished memories shared and God's care at this sad time bring comfort.
Timothy Rieseler
February 28, 2019
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
February 28, 2019
My deepest sympsthy for your loss. Nancy Long
Theresa Damon Stewart
February 27, 2019
So sorry for the loss of your family member.May the memories of her ease your pain.
RAYMOND O. DUFORT
February 27, 2019
Dear old friends John, Theresa, Chris, Tim & Denise and families, my thought and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Joan is now lovingly watching over us all. Blessings.
Ann Reed
February 27, 2019
Dear John and family ~
I am so sorry for your profound loss.
With thoughts and prayers,
Ann Reed
Neile King
February 27, 2019
My thoughts are with Joan's family. I'm so sorry for your loss.
Robin LaCroix
February 27, 2019
Jean & Family,
We are so saddened about the loss of Joannie. She truly was a beautiful soul. We are praying for all of you during this very difficult time. God Bless You and know that we are here for you now and always.
Love, James & Robin LaCroix & Family
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