Mrs. Joan M. Black, 86, passed away on March 24, at Summit Village in Watertown, where she resided.
Calling hours will be Saturday from 11am until 1pm at the T.R. Jetty Funeral Home in Clayton. A Funeral Service will follow at 1pm with Reverend Dean Morrow officiating. A burial will be held in Grove Cemetery in LaFargeville following the service, followed by a reception at the Depauville Social Hall.
Joan was born May 14, 1939, in Watertown, the daughter of Orrin and Mildred Brown Walts. She graduated from Theresa High School and Watertown School of Commerce.
On June 11, 1960, she married John Black at the Theresa Methodist Church with Reverend Claude Corbett officiating. John retired as the Town of Orleans Highway Superintendent. He passed away in December of 2006 at age 71.
Joan retired as a secretary at Crowley Foods after 42 years of service. She then worked for 10 years at Boldt Castle.
She was a former member of the Easter Star Lodge 343 of Black River. She enjoyed going to the Can-Am Speedway races and watching Nascar, sewing, crocheting, quilting, and various other crafts. She also enjoyed spending time with her family and friends.
Surviving is her daughter and her husband, Cindy (Brian) Reome of LaFargeville; two grandsons, Josh (Haley) and Nate (Maria); one great-granddaughter, Sophia; one great-grandson Chase; Four sisters in law, Carol Black, Cindy Black, Pam Black and Ruth Walts; a brother-in-law, Gary (Sue) Black; and nieces and nephews.
Joan is predeceased by her brother James Walts, and two sisters, Janice Geng, and Judy Fitchette. Another sister died in infancy.
In Lieu of Flowers, donations can be made in her name to Grove Cemetery, PO Box 199, LaFargeville 13656.
The family would like to thank the outstanding care that was given to their mother on the first floor Skilled Nursing at Summit Village.
Dalys Montanye
Cindy and family,
Sending our deepest condolences to you and your families and love.
to all
MRS VALERIE R SCHWALM
Heaven has accepted another angel. O got to know Joan as a member of Eastern Star, then I had the privilege of working with her at Boldt Castle. She loved her family and I know she will be missed. RIP sweet lady.
Russ Brown
Cindy and family, Sorry to hear of the passing of Joan. My condolences to you and your family.
Linda Hurteau
Sending love and prayer to you all.
Barb Brown
I’m so very sorry to hear of Joan’s passing. I had the pleasure of working with Joan at Boldt Castle. Sending my condolences to her family.
Deborah Call
Joan was my mom’s cousin. They would talk about their grandsons racing and what was going on with their families. I will miss her but I’m sure Joan and Carolyn are have a good time up there.
Diane Baltz
Cindy and family,
Your mom will be missed by so many people. I will always have fond memories of her from church, eastern stars and paynter center.
Sincere condolences,
Diane and Mark Baltz
Joyce Manning
I was in Eastern Star with Joan Taught me so much as a member. Condolences to her family and friends
Mark and Tina Uebler
Cindy and family. I’m very sorry for your loss. Your mom was a great lady
Heather Craddock
My thoughts and prayers to all.
Jayme Spearnock
Cindy and Family,
I’m so sorry for your loss. Treasure the good memories!
Sincerely, Bruce and Jayme
Diane Baltz
Cindy and family,
Your mom will be missed by so many people. I will always have fond memories of her from church, eastern stars and paynter center.
Sincere condolences,
Diane and Mark Baltz
Melody Wood
Joan will be missed. She was a very beautiful person. My condolences to all of you.
Debbie Patte
Joan was a great woman I worked with her for many years she will surely be missed praying for you all
Lynda Vaadi
Cindy & family. We are so sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing, she was so very nice.
Sympathy to all.
Susan Lauraine
Dear Cindy and family,
Your mother leaves a legacy in each of you.
My thoughts and prayers as you begin this chapter of your life without her presence.
Susan Colello Lauraine
Joan Laclair
Cindy and family,I’m so sorry to hear of our moms passing,she will be missed ,I have fond memories of our quilting time together,she was a good friend
Ginger Burrows
Cindy and family so sorry about your Mom. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Carolyn O’Neill
So deeply saddened to learn of Joan’s passing. We are cousins on the Walts side of the family. I know how very much you will miss her. Such a special person who loved her family so much.
Pat Anthony
Cindy, I am so sorry to hear of your mother’s passing. Joan was a lovely lady who cherished her family… I enjoyed quilting with her.. Sending hugs to you and your family
Leslie Raymo
Nate and family, this is Alan’s mom…I am so sorry to hear about Joan’s passing. I love you, kid. I have since Cub Scouts, through school and Sane Asylum, and I always will. You are a good boy. Thank you Cindy and Brian. And Joan. My condolences.
Tina Eisenhauer
So sorry Cindy and family. Tough day’s ahead as your aware of just keep the memories in your heart. Hugs to you all
David and Connie LaClair
We are so sorry Cindy and family. Thinking of you all at this difficult time. Hold those memories close. Love you girlfriend.
Scott Clark
Cindy deepest condolences to you and your family on the loss of your mom
Scott Clark
Cindy deepest condolences to you and your family on the loss of your mom
Liz Kellogg
I was saddened to know of Joan’s passing. I enjoyed our conversations and her impressive work history. Wishing you peace and comfort.