Obituary of Joan Spano

Joan E. Spano, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother and friend, passed away peacefully on February 20 at the age of 91, leaving behind a legacy of love, kindness, and devotion to family and church.

Her greatest joys in life were being a wife and a homemaker. Joan loved food, cooking and wine, and found joy in collecting recipes and creating delicious meals and desserts for others. A steadfast partner to her beloved husband, George, for over 70 years; a nurturing mother to her children, and a doting grandmother and great grandmother, Joan treasured every moment spent with family.

She had a rich and varied career. One of her favorite jobs was working with children as a teacher's aide in the North Salem School District. Joan also served as a business manager at several corporations, and as a co-owner of a petroleum company. 

Her love for adventure was evident in the many camping trips she took with friends, creating cherished memories around campfires and under the stars. Joan appreciated nature, enjoyed gardening, and tended to her flowers with care. 

Her faith in Jesus was her anchor, guiding her through life with grace and strength. Joan was honored to serve as a Eucharistic minister in the Catholic Church, a role that allowed her to bless others. She will be remembered for her unwavering love, generosity of spirit, laughter and quiet strength with which she supported those around her.

Joan is survived by her devoted husband, George; her daughters, Sue (Kenny) Gibson and Karen Crisco; her son, Scott (Trish) Spano; and her grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces and nephews, all of whom will carry her love and memory in their hearts. She is now reunited with those who passed before her, resting in eternal peace.

Cherished and missed, Joan’s love and legacy will live on in the hearts of all who were blessed to know her.

A service to honor her life will be held at Clark Associates Funeral Home, 4 Woods Bridge Road, Katonah, NY 10536, on Monday, March 3^rd from 3:00 pm - 7:00 pm. We invite all that knew and loved her to join us in celebrating her memory.  The Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 am on Tuesday, March 4^th at The Chapel of Saint Francis of Assisi – located at Gate of Heaven Cemetery located at 10 West Stevens Avenue, Hawthorne, NY 10532. The interment will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery.

Though she is no longer with us, her legacy of love, joy, wisdom, and kindness will live on in the hearts of those she touched. 

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to “The Wounded Warrior Project”.