Joanna U. Smith (nee Weaver), 88, of Washington Twp., NJ, formerly of Old Tappan, NJ, passed away at home on Tuesday, March 26, 2019. Beloved wife of the late Fred. Devoted mother of Colleen Muller and husband Rick of Old Tappan, Frederick and wife Theresa of Hillsdale, NJ, Kerri Ann Smith and husband Gary of Salisbury Mills, NY and Russell of Hillsdale. Adored grandmother of ten grandchildren and twelve great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by three brothers and one sister. Joanna is also survived by her beloved cat, Kitty.
A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Friday 10 AM at St. Pius X RC Church, Old Tappan with interment to follow at Maryrest Cemetery, Mahwah, NJ. Visiting hours are Thursday 4-8 PM at Pizzi Funeral Home, 120 Paris Ave, Northvale, NJ (201-767-3050).
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To my special and beloved Joanie,
You will be in my heart for as long as I have breathe.
Your smile, your laugh…shall continue to bring warmth to my soul.
Colleen, Fred, Kerri, and Russell: my love and support to you all. Your Mom (and Dad0 were such wonderful folks! Joanie will be missed.
We are so sorry to hear of your loss and extend our heartfelt condolences to the Smith family. Knowing the great pain of losing a loved one our loving Heavenly Father in his tender mercy has promised to be close to the brokenhearted and to those who are crushed in spirit (Psalms 34:18). May He grant you peace and sustain you in his loving care as you cherish your precious memories of time well spent together.