Joan Nemanius Obituary

Wish we had never lost touch.
You were and are always in my heart

It's been over five years since your passing and I miss and think about you EVERYDAY! I miss how we used to talk about everything, shop together, and laugh together. I cant help but feel lost without you when I think of how much you have missed with your grandkids. I cant help but think how terrible that you met Andrew but not Ava. You were the glue that held us all together. Things would be so different if you were still here. I miss and love you very much! Love, Melissa

It's been almost 3 years now and you are still never far from my mind. I think about you everyday. Sometimes when I feel really sad, a ladybug miraculously appears in my house. I know it's you visiting me and telling me to continue living my life. I can't help to feel sad that you were not able to see your beautiful granddaughters. But, you gave them to me and I know you are watching over them and my family always. I miss you and it feels so long since I have seen you. I love you!! Oh yeah and I miss your cooking :)

My friend Joan is a very special Lady! We go back more years than she or I would like to admit - but they have been the best years together. Our children grew up togehter, her son Lu and my son Al, her daughter Melissa and my daughter Lauri. Her Laura and my Jeff didn't quite make the same year. We had crazy times while we worked on the P.T.O. together. How many hours we spent counting, and recounting, Market Day orders at Bobbi's house. How many talks and discussions about the Westhaven sports problems that we tried to solve. Politics - boy could we get into heated talks - and come out smiling!! The kids grew up and we grew close. Bunco was our best time of the month. Good food, good fun, so many laughs at jokes that often times couldn't be told in mixed company - but mostly good - no GREAT - friends. I miss her smile. And I'll always miss the way only she would call me Katya - her special name for me.I can hear her now!! But I have so many memories, and a lady bug to forever remind me of her - this gentle, special friend. Joanie, I'll tell you a new joke next time I see you - just be sure St. Joseph isn't listening!:)

Joan has been my close friend and neighbor for almost 30 years. She was my bunco buddy, bowling partner and Market Day helper. We talked for hours over the fence or sitting on her driveway. She called me one day to tell me to look at the beautiful sunset. I will think of Joan whenever I see a beautiful sunset.

I have known Mrs.Nemanius since I was in the 6th grade with Melissa. She knew I loved to read magazines so she would save me all of hers, so I can also read them. She was a great lady and will be missed. I still remember her taffy apple pie :)

Joan has been my bunco buddy for many years now and I will truly miss her. Her sense of humor and quick wit have made us laugh even at ourselves.She was a great friend

and she made the best b.b.q. meatballs and rumake!!! Hold me a spot at the bunco table in Heaven, Joan. I love ya! Jackie

Joan was one of my best friends. We could tell each other anything. We held each other up at times. We took some computer courses at College and would go crazy studying for the tests as we were always striving to get an A. It was hard work but we had fun doing it together. Our kids would play together and we had car pools. I remember when Laura and Shannon(my daughter) climbed over the fence at around 3 yrs old to see each other. My daughter Erin would also play over there. We were at each others houses for graduations and birthdays. I also played Bunco with Joan and our other friends. Joan would make this tuna spread that was really good. We laughed and always had a good time.

I will really miss Joan. I loved her. She will always be with me in my heart and mind.

One of the things we will always remember about Joan is her famous desserts she would make for all of our family gatherings

I was so sorry to see Joan's passing in the paper. We worked together for the Fernway School PTO several years back.

My prayers are with her family at this time.

May Gods blessing and grace fall upon your family in this time of sorrow. I pray Auntie Joan's spirit is now resting peacefully with Jesus and you all will be comforted knowing she is no longer in pain. Celebrate her life! Auntie Joan know you are loved and will be missed, until we meet again Love your neice

Psalm 23:1-6