Joanne Graziano Anderson, 80, of Warren, PA, passed away unexpectedly on Friday May 26, 2023.
She was born in Warren, PA, on December 15, 1942, the daughter of the late Frank and Josephine Mary Scalise Graziano. Joanne was a graduate of Warren High School, Class of 1961. She then graduated in 1964 from Clarion University with a bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education and a minor in Special Education. Joanne taught at Irvinedale Elementary School from 1964-1968. She then became a stay-at-home mom until 1975 when she started teaching at St. Joseph Catholic School, retiring after 24 years. She loved the kids and was also a coordinator for preparing the children for Reconciliation and the First Holy Eucharist. While a teacher at St. Joe’s she was Eucharistic Minister for 16 years.
On November 27, 1965, she married the love of her life Paul E. Anderson Jr., in St. Joseph R.C. Church, and he preceded her in death on June 16, 2002.
Joanne loved talking to people and could pick up a conversation with a total stranger, and still act like they were her best friend. She had many wonderful friends throughout her life. She enjoyed going out for lunches or just simply talking with them. She enjoyed traveling, one of her special trips was to Italy to see where her roots had started. Her best vacations were one’s she took with her family. Every year for 30 some years they went to the beaches of Delaware and have many great memories. After retiring she was involved with outside activities, volunteering for hospice, Pastoral Council, College Club, and a member of the local Moose Club.
She is survived by her children Jeni Sherrard and husband Mike (her # 1 Son-in Law) of Warren, PA and Cheryl Anderson of Delaware; Grandsons, Kurt and Emyle Sherrard, and Sammy Sherrard (the loves of her life); nephews, Jim and Cindy Graziano, Joe and Lisa Graziano, John Graziano, Jerry and Tracy Graziano, Paul and Debbie Slagle, and John Martin Jr.; great nephews Joey Graziano, Paul and Laura Slagle, and Shawn and Mandy Slagle; two great nieces, Kaitlyn and Anna Graziano.
In addition to her parents, Joanne was preceded in death by her husband, Paul; her brother, Jim Graziano; granddaughter Lexi Sherrard; sister-in-law Ada “Punkie” Slagle; and her in laws Paul E. Anderson Sr. and Ada Anderson
Funeral services will be private and held at the convenience of the family. Burial will be in St. Joseph Cemetery, Warren, PA. Those wishing to place memorials may do so through St. Joseph R.C. Church, 600 Pennsylvania Ave. W., Warren PA, 16365 or the Salvation Army, www.salvationarmyusa.org, or Hospice of Warren County, 1 Main Ave. Warren, PA 16365. E-mail condolences may be sent by visiting www.lewisfuneralhomeinc.com. The Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home Inc. has been entrusted with the funeral arrangements.
I am so very sorry for your loss. Joanne was my teacher at Irvinedale and I have a fond memories of her kind and caring nature taking care of me with my first bee sting. I then was even more blessed when she taught both my children at St. Joes. I loved seeing her as she shopped at the Bon Ton over the years. She was a lovely and funny person you always left laughing and feeling better for it. I will miss her. We are the lucky ones to have known her. Fly with the angles my friend.
I was so sad to read about Joanne’s passing. You have my sympathy for such a great teacher, true friend, dedicated mother, and a faithful person. I’m sure she will be a great loss to her family, friends, and community. I will always remember her concern and dedication to others.
Joanne was always ready with a smile and greeting as I saw her at Holy Redeemer, or in town at an event. She was friendly and outgoing and truly a person of hospitality and love.
This is Anderson always had a bubbly personality and was always happy to see everybody I’m sorry for your loss and I always enjoyed being around her
I am so sorry for your loss. She was a wonderful person with such a positive outlook on life and upbeat personality. I was fortunate to know her, she will be missed.
Joanne was my 2nd grade teacher at St. Joe´s. She was absolutely wonderful teacher who made an impact on my life. She and I had kept in touch up over all these years. She had a beautiful soul and will be greatly missed.
My deepest sympathy to the family. I truly loved Joanne…..her way with the children and all the people around her. My sons had the lucky opportunity to be in her class, one from pre-school and all in 2nd grade. She was a lovely woman in all ways.
So sorry for your loss. Joanne was such a bubbly person. There will always be such fond memories of her for all that met her. Great teacher for my boys.
I’m so sorry for your loss. She was an inspiring lady who I greatly admired. I had the privilege to have her as a teacher and learned a lot of things from her. Always had a smile on her face. She will be missed.
Mrs. Anderson was one of my favorite teachers at St. Joes even though she was only there for half the year (her mother passed the year I was in 2nd grade). I wish Mrs. Graziano and her daughters and the entire family peace at this time.
Joanne always met everyone with her smile and warm personality. She was full of fun and laugher. She knew everyone and loved to chat. Miss you Joanne, happy to have shared so many good times together.
Dear Family, So sorry for the loss of your mom. We graduated together in 1961. I always remember Joanne with the sweet personality and always saying hi. She will be missed. RIP Joanne.