Joan Arlene Wilson of Hackettstown, NJ, formerly of Garden City, passed away Jan. 17, 2013 at the age of 77.
Born in Mineola, NY to Edward and Theresa Karsch, Wilson worked for Bell Atlantic after graduating from Sewanhaka High School. She
took a leave to stay home with her four children and re-entered the work
force working for the Garden City Public School District, first in
their administrative department and then at Straford Avenue School, as a secretary.
A career change led her to Verizon where she worked as an operator
until her retirement. She was an avid gardener and enjoyed various
outdoor activities.
She is survived by her beloved children Karen Stadtlander (Tom),
William (Kathleen), Bonnie Martin (Bill) and Deborah Putnam (Matt) and
10 loving grandchildren. She is also survived by her siblings Edward,
Robert and Dorothy Pedersn.
A wake was held at the Hugh M. Moriarty Funeral Home in Montclair NJ
on Sunday followed by a prayer
service.
Story by Patch staff
Former Stratford School Secretary Dies
Joan Arlene Wilson, formerly of Garden City, passed away Jan. 17 at age 77.
Joan Arlene Wilson of Hackettstown, NJ, formerly of Garden City, NY, passed away Jan. 17, 2013 at the age of 77.
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pat conway June 12, 2013 at 02:10 pm
just reading Jane Goodall with my son for school and came across this quote of an amazing woman…Read More "every individual matters, every individual has a role to play, every individual makes a difference." that is what makes our nation, our village so great everyone has an opinion whether we agree with it or not. It just saddens me to think some may not voice their opinion in the future because of the rather harsh comments which I'm sure were just meant to get a point across rather than be hurtful. Garden City residents are not afraid to get involved, to stand up for what they believe in and I am proud to live here.
GcSupporter#2 June 12, 2013 at 04:15 pm
"If there is no discipline, there is anarchy. Good citizenship demands attention to…Read More responsibilities as well as rights."
- Principal Joe Clark
pat conway June 12, 2013 at 05:00 pm
Thank you GcSupporter#2 I love quotes! tells so much about the person and their beliefs and life...I…Read More had to look up Principal Joe Clark after that....definitely a man I'd like to learn more about. I always try to use quotes with my children and their school work - I think the spoken and written word of others is so important!
Carisa Giardino (Editor) June 6, 2013 at 12:15 pm
Thanks Julie for letting everyone know about this important event right here in Garden City!