Mrs. Joan M. (Ely) Bristol, 95, died Monday, May 27th, at her residence where she was under the care of her family and Hospice of Jefferson County.
The Funeral Service will be held at St. Mary’s Church at 10:00am on Friday, May 31st. A reception will follow at the church. A burial will be at Grove Cemetery, next to her husband.
Joan was born May 12, 1929, in Alexandria Bay, the daughter of Fred and Rena Trickey Ely. She graduated from Alexandria Bay High School.
On June 11th, 1949, she married Gerald Bristol at St. Cyril’s Catholic Church in Alexandria Bay. They were married for 71 years. Mr. Bristol passed away on March 29th, 2021, at age 93.
Joan worked as a waitress for over 26 years at the Edgewood Resort.
She enjoyed reading, doing crafts, cooking, and traveling. She loved participating in her kids’ and grandkids activities, including their sports.
Joan is survived by two sons, Thomas (Valerie) of LaFargeville, and David (Kathy) of Florida; a daughter, Marsha (Lee) Bretsch of LaFargeville; grandchildren, Brian and Matthew Lantier, Cassandra Wurst, Kelly Hull, Jeffrey Bretsch, Erin Mullin, Heather Bristol, Megan Chirico; great grandchildren, Sara and Rebecca Lantier, Emma Laniter, Alexis Wurst, Laura Wilson, Aidan and Noah Hull, Sam and Leo Bretsch, Grant and Lily Mullin, Brayden French, Sawyer Chirico; one great great grandchild, Elina Wilson; a sister, Linda (Joe) Bazinet of LaFargeville; nieces and nephews.
She is predeceased by her daughter Terry Lantier; brothers Robert, Jack, Boomer (Dan) Ely; sisters, Verna Daniels, Betty Irwin, and Jean Paige.
Donations can be made in her name to Hospice of Jefferson County, St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Clayton, or the Agape Fellowship Church in LaFargeville.
Donald Bristol
To David, Tom and Marsha and their families: So sorry to hear about my sister-in-law Joan. She will rest in peace with Gerald and Terry. I know she will be missed. Uncle Don
Dalys Montanye and family
Bristol family. Sending our deepest condolences to you all. Your mom always had her great smile and very pleasant to visit with.
God bless
John and Teresa Bach
To Marsha, Lee and all the family and extended families…please accept our sincerest condolences in the passing of your mom. She and your dad were married over 70 years and lived to be in their 90’s! What a blessing to have lived such long and full lives! Sending prayers for all of you during this difficult time.
Kim & Kimberly Fitchette
To the entire Bristol family – – So sorry to hear about Joan’s passing. She was a great lady, may she rest in peace. All are in our prayers…
Tim, Ann, Ed, Bill, and Carol Farley
Sending the whole Bristol family our sincere sympathy on the loss of your Mom. She left such a wonderful legacy of kindness and community involvement, and her long life was full of her love of family. Praying for peace and comfort for you all.
Kim and Kimberly Fitchette
To the entire Bristol family – – So sorry to hear of Joan’s passing . She was such a lovely person . May she rest in peace. Our thoughts are with you all !!!
Colleen Grant
So sorry for your loss, Dave. Glad to know you got to celebrate her birthday with her though.
GOD bless you and your family.
Colleen Grant, Cape Vincent
Eric Trahan
David, Tom and Marsha and families,
I am sorry to hear of your loss. Mrs. Bristol was always very kind and welcoming as I visited my grandparents, the Van Brocklins, next door to the Bristol home in La Fargeville. I know she has been reunited with her loved ones as she joined them in the spirit world. As our Savior said, “In my Father’s house are many mansions, if it were not so I would have told you. I go to prepare a place for you, that where I am, ye may be also.”
Mike and Blanche Colello
What great neighbors the whole Bristol family was when we lived in the village. Deepest sympathy to all of you.
Richard & Helen Fuhrman
Lee & Marsha
We are sorry for your loss. May God comfort you.
Cheryl Plank
Lee and Marsha, and entire Bristol family, our hearts are heavy as we have learned of your mother’s passing. She was a wonderful woman and will be missed by many. Lou and I sincerely wish we could be with you during this difficult time!
P.Thomas Sanford
TO the Bristol family, Joan was wonderful lady, who with Gerry had a great family. May she RIP with Gerry and Terry. My thoughts and prayers with all of the family. Tom Sanford
Deacon and Liz Daugherty
To the Bristol Family: Both of our two little cuties are now gone! Your mom and dad sat with us in the back of the church when they were able to come up those church steps! Both were the nicest couple we could have asked for! Now they are both together, watching The Yankees! Thank you for sharing them with us, life is brighter because we knew them!
Margaret
To the Bristol Family: So very sorry to learn of Joan’s passing – my buddy at Edgewood for many years. Margaret
Penny L Donaghy
Tom and Valerie and the whole Bristol family, your parents were so inspirational! Their presence at every sporting event to seeing your family dining out! It made my heart full! Your mom will be missed and the Bristol legacy lives on. God Bless.