Joanne Katz Obituary

Aunt Jojo, as we would call her was a positive, loving, intelligent, generous, always interested woman. She always had a smile and a hug for you as she asked you about YOU! She will be greatly missed by her adoring family and friends. Her positive energy and love will be carried on by those she touched. Aunt Jojo rest in peace, we'll miss you.
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I was a student of Mrs. Katz and she was the nicest substitute that I ever had. She would always greet us with a smiling face and make our classes so enjoyable.

My heartfelt condolences to the family of Joanne Katz.

Dear family of Joanne Katz,

We are so sorry to hear of the passing of Mrs. Katz. She has extended such kindness to our daughter and son-in-law.

We are priveleged to know her brother Howard Fishlove and her sister-in-law Hildy Fishlove and her nephews Thomas(our son-in-law)and William Fishlove.

We have and feel a special bond with the Fishlove family and only wish that we would have met this lovely lady. We have read and heard such wonderful stories and accolades about her.

Warmest regards from the

Vincent J. and Maria R. Ritacca Family (Madison, WI)

I could always count on getting a warm smile and wonderful greeting in the morning from Joanne when she would come in to Wood Oaks to sub. There was a matching good night and smile from her at the end of the day when she would sign out. Joanne was always a positive and upbeat person, someone that everyone in the building loved, staff and students alike. I'm going to miss her dearly, but she will always live on my heart. Joanne was a gift to everyone she met.

Joanne was such a great person who will be missed. I could always count on seeing her and Jerry sitting up close at temple. She was a remarkable, giving person and I feel proud to have known her.

Jimmy and family:

I was so saddened to hear the news. I was reminded of so many fond memories from long ago. We hope that these memories provide some comfort in the days ahead. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

I am deeply saddened by the loss of Joanne Katz. I think of Joanne very fondly as I remember how welcoming she was to me when I first became a member of the “Fishlove Clan” as she put it. We (Tom and I) received our first wedding gift from Joanne and Jerry – even before we sent out our wedding announcements. I remember the phone call she made to us just prior to the birth of our son Maxwell. And, at this point, I had never met Joanne in person. And, when Tom, Max and I were in Glenview this past May, when Howie (Joanne's brother) was ill, Joanne reached out once again and opened her home to us. This was my first opportunity to meet her, and at this point, I knew Joanne was truly an amazing woman.

I feel blessed that I had the opportunity to meet Joanne and to experience her bounty of love prior to her passing. Though my time of knowing her was short, she will have a lifetime impact on me.

With Love,
Anna Fishlove

(Susanna Ritacca Fishlove)

Mrs. Katz,
You always made sub days fun and we always looked forward to seeing your smiling face walk in the door. I'll always remember that we shared a Bat Mitzvah date-that weekend of September 15, 2001, what a great weekend that was. You will be missed.

I am deeply saddened to hear of Joanne's passing. She was such a beautiful, sweet and compassionate person. May you all find comfort in knowing how many people your beloved one touched. I will miss her dearly.

Mrs. Katz was the best sub ever and we will all miss her alot

To Joanne's family,
Please accept my deepest sympathy. I worked with Joanne at Wood Oaks for many years. She was very loving and giving of her time and talents. She always had a smile on her face and how she loved the kids. She was so very proud of her family. I'm so very sorry for you loss. May the many memories you share sustain you during this very difficult time.

Dr. Katz,
We did not know your wife, but we do know how you lit up when talking about her with fun, anecdotal stories. She sounded wonderful. Please accept our very deepest sympathy on this very sad loss.
Harriett and Mickey Cholden

I was so sorry to hear of Joanne's sudden death. My heartfelt sympathies go out to all of you. May your special memories of her comfort you during this very sad time. Sincerely, Marilyn Lissner

I have worked in District 27 for the past 12 years and I just want to say that she was such an inspiration to us all. The kids adored her and speaking on behalf of the staff- we have always been so impressed with her devotion to the kids. You could always count on her to have a smile on her face. I know many teachers requested her to teach their classes since they knew she could always be counted on to get the job done. She was an amazing person and we'll miss her so much.
Karen Kornick

I subbed with Joanne at Wood Oaks for 10 years. She was outgoing, gracious, and friendly-- and she had a wonderful sense of humor. I loved working with her. We also enjoyed sharing recipes. When I left Wood Oaks, she was the first one to call and wish me luck. I'll miss her.

Dear Jim, Pam, Danny, Nikki, & Family- Your mom was such a wonderful, caring and giving person. She was always so kind to make our family feel as if we were a part of your family. I remember when my neighbor was very ill with cancer and your mom was there everyday to support her and help care for her. I know this is a difficult time for you all, and words cannot express how you must be feeling. Just know that you are in our prayers and we will always remember your beautiful mother for her kindness and infectious smile. Love, The Mick Family

Joanne's strength of character determined her success in life and impressed me the most - compassion, deference, joy, wisdom, hospitality (Ann and Irving's genes), alertness, dependability, faith, gentleness, discretion...I will never, ever forget. Heaven is a richer place indeed!

R.I.P. Mrs. Katz, you were a pretty cool teacher...we will miss you.

She was the best sub ever! She was so nice! I am going to miss her a lot!

Mrs. Katz,
I always loved it when you substituted for our classes. I am sure going to miss you and the lovely comments you always gave us.
Love,
Farinoosh

Mrs. Katz-
The world's best sub.
We'll miss you.

I was shocked to find out that Mrs. Katz had passed and am extremely upset. I am a student at Wood Oaks and had a great relationship with her. I would like to send my deepest condolences to the family. Mrs. Katz will be missed by all of us.

Jerry, Karen and the rest of the Katz family,
Joanne was such a special person, and I feel so lucky to have known and loved her. You are in my thoughts and my heart.
With much love,
Leigh

Mrs. Katz, was probably one of the nicest people i've ever met. it's not even funny, or measurable, about how much she gave to my school, and to me. I remember how she would always listen to our chorus and say how good we were, and no matter what, she would ALWAYS says we were good. if we had to improve, it would be, "your REALLY good! but lets be EVEN BETTER!". but i think everyone sorta knows, that whereever she is, that whoever is in her presence is damn lucky and will be hearing TONS of stories about how good kids are. i sorta wonder some days, when i see my peers act, how can we be considered kids, but mrs. katz, was the person, who made everyone feel good, and would always love the way the world was, but wasnt afraid to make it better. we miss you mrs. katz

Dear Jerry and family,
I am so very, very sorry about Joanne. I am not alone in saying that she was such a special person; she will be missed by so many. I hope that your good memories will give you some comfort.
Love, Ina (Turner) Jones

Dear Karen,
Matthew & I were so shocked & saddened to hear of your mom's passing. Although we didn't know her very well, we know that your family is very close, and this must be so difficult for all of you. We remember your wedding and hearing of your own parents' wedding that took place in the same room years before, and we could see the love that you all shared. Know that you and your family are in our prayers, and that if you need anything, we are there for you. Take care of yourself, and find strength in the wonderful memories of your mom. She'll always be with you.

All our love,
Deanna & Matthew

Joanne was a wonderful wife, mother, grandmother and friend to all. We are deeply saddened with her very untimely passing.
Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire Katz family at this very difficult time.

Jerry..can't find words to say at this most difficult time..Julie and Katy called us last night...our prayers are with her..and with you and your family...not many are like Joanne..she was always on the bright side of life...she will be missed by all.

Joanne was one of the finest, most selfless, ebulient, positive people we have ever known. She added a brightness to all of our lives. She will be missed by all who knew her. May your memories bring you solace. Maxine and Ira Miller

Jerry and Karen
Leigh called us with your very sad news. Butch and I want you to know we are thinking of you all. We have always felt we, and Leigh, were so blessed to have met and been a part of your wonderful family. We will always remember that first day at the Statesider when we knew that our 2 families would share many happy Wisconsin memories together. And indeed we did!! We send love and prayers that your memories will help you smile again. May her memory be a blessing.
Ann and Butch Eisen

I am so very sorry to hear of Joanne's passing. It was quite a shock. She was always at Wood Oaks with a smile and a hello. When we would complain she would say how much she loved being there with the kids. She will be missed.

Aunt Joanne,

We were all very saddened to learn of your sudden passing. The wonderful memories we shared over the years will always be cherished.

You made a lasting impact on everyone you touched.

We love you!

Dear Jerry and family, We share your loss of my dear friend Joanne, my friend since kindergarten. Joanne was one of the most giving, loving people that I knew, always doing for others. My fond memories of her go back to birthday parties in the basement of the Fishlove home on Lunt, trips to the family farm, and fun times in the sorority. Joanne died too young, but she lived a happy life as a happy person.
Thank you to Laurie for calling us. Our love and condolences to the whole family.
Judy and Ron Blumenfeld

Jim
, Pam, Danny and Nikki,
I am so glad you included us in your e-mail. We are so sorry to here of
this sudden and unexpected loss. Unfortunately, I cannot come to your
house on any of the nights but am going to attend the funeral. You are
in our thoughts.
Love,
Mimi and Steve Binette

I am so sorry. Joanne was a dear, caring person who gave so much to the staff and students of District 27. I knew I could always count on her. I will miss her dearly.

Dear Jerry and family;
News always travels, even down to Houston, but this is not the kind we like to receive. Oh, what beautiful memories of Joanne you all must have and will always cherish, because she was simply just a wonderful caring, feeling and loving person. Joanne was always where she was needed in Temple life, WRJ, as well so many additional things important to her.

We offer our sincere condolences, may Joanne's memory be for a blessing to all that loved and cared about her.

Shalom,
Zelda and Dick Wise

We are so saddened by your loss. We hope that your family togetherness with be a source of comfort to you.

Sincerely,
Arlene and Ray Handler

We are out of town, but our thoughts are back home with your family. Thirty years ago Joanne was a homebound tutor for our daughter, and after that we carpooled our girls to dance lessons. I will always remember Joanne's smiling greetings and graciousness. May her memory be as a blessing.

Milt and Susan Salzer