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1974
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2023
Joanna Sharkey Obituary
Joanna Grace Sharkey died on July 7, 2023 at Bon Secours Community Hospice, Richmond, Va. She went to be with the Lord and was 48 years old. She is survived by her parents, William and Mona Sharkey of Midlothian; and brother, Bill Jr. of Staunton, Va.
Other relatives include Sheila O'Neill, Tara Engler Williams, Brien Engler in Connecticut and Neill Engler in Florida. As well as Francis Sharkiey in Texas and Kathleen Sharkey in Massachusetts.
Joanna was a graduate of Midlothian High School and took courses at John Tyler Community College.
Her love of nature and animals always included cats, dogs, ducks and song birds. Special friends, Amy and Sue were so dear to her especially at the end of her life.
Heartfelt thanks to the nurses at ICU St. Francis Hospital and the tender gentle care at Bon Secours Hospice in her final hours.
A funeral mass will be held at Church of the Epiphany, North Chesterfield, Va., on Friday, August 25, at 1 p.m. Reception to follow.
In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to RAL or the ASPCA.
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Memories and Condolences
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Julie Adler Noyes
September 8, 2023
Dear Mona,
This is for you. I cannot imagine the depth of your grief. I know you dearly loved Joanna. She was only a little older than my Anna. I will be calling. It's sad, but I realized during this sad time I should be connecting with you more.You are an amazing woman. I know God is watching over you giving you the love and strength only he can provide.
Sympathy and Love,
Julie
Julie Noyes
September 8, 2023
I never met Joanna personally, but I know from.being friends with Mona how very much she loved her daughter. She was only a few years older than my daughter Anna. She was so young. I am saddened her life was so short. The stories about her having animals as best friends reminded me of my sister Nancy. She was constantly taking in strays. I believe people who have such a great love for animals truly understand we are their guardians. I am sure God would look down at her with so much love, because she was taking care of his furry creations.
I wish I had some way to ease Mona's pain. I know only God can give her the love, she needs to strengthen and comfort her during her grieving.
With Sympathy and love,
Julie
Holly Collier
August 21, 2023
Prayers are being said for Joanna and her family. Although I do not know her, she sounds like she was a wonderful woman. My token gift are some cookies for the reception. God bless all the family and her friends.Peace. Holly Collier
Bennie
July 27, 2023
Eternal rest grant unto the soul of Joanna Grace oh Lord and let perpetual light shine upon her. May her soul rest in peace. Amen.
Strength, comfort and peace for Mona, Bill, Billy and the rest of the family during this difficult times and the days after.
Love, hugs and prayers,
Romeo, Bennie and family
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