Joan G. Archer
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Hilton, N.Y. : passed away on October 30, 2024, at the age of 83.
Beloved wife of Thomas for 53 years. Beloved mother of; Karen Archer (Robert), Jeff (Diedra), Daniel (Robyn) & David. Beloved Sister of Barbara Murphy (late Tom). Survived by many nieces, nephews & grandchildren. Predeceased by her mother, Gertrude Gawronski; & sisters; Patricia Gaskill (late William), Carol Miller (Tom) & brother Robert Gawronski (Joanne).
Joan was born on August 19th, 1941, to Gertrude Gawronski with her 4 siblings in Buffalo NY. She loved horses from an early age, working at nearby stables, horseback riding throughout her life & collecting carousel horses in later years.
Joan loved visiting parks & spending time outdoors. She enjoyed activities such as golfing, hiking, skiing, running, walking, biking, swimming, boating & rowing. She served many years volunteering at the Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Rochester & at Theo’s Closet. She was also a long-time member of Lakeshore Country Club.
Joan worked for many years at Delco until she retired in 1998. She nurtured friendships throughout these years.
Her Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Friday (November 8th) 11:15 AM at St. Theodore’s Catholic Church, 168 Spencerport Road, Rochester, N.Y. 14606.
Friends & family please join us at an after-life celebration at 12:30 p.m. Friday, November 8th, at Red Fedele’s Brook House located at 920 Elm Ridge Center Drive, Rochester, N.Y. 14626
Memorial donations can be sent to The National Kidney Foundation www.kidney.org in her memory.
Tom, I am so sorry for your loss. You and Joan were great friends of mine. Love, Tom Harvey
Tom I am so sorry to read of Joan’s passing. We enjoyed a lot of good times and many rounds of golf together at Lakeshore. You and your family are in my prayers. Carol
Dear friend Tom and family. We grieve the loss of Joan. Your two and your family have been a huge part of our lives and our well remembered good times. The memories will live forever.
Love and frendship.
Bob & Lou
My love and prayers to you Tom and family. I have many fun memories of golfing with Joan. May you Rest In Peace Joan. ❤️🙏❤️🙏🙏🙏
Sue Hulbert
Dear Tom,
My deepest sympathies to you and your children. I am so sorry to hear of Joan’s passing. I do believe she is now resting comfortably with the angels in Heaven. She was a dear woman and I have such fond memories of her…
So sorry to hear about Joan. We both enjoyed knowing her and playing golf with her @ Lake Shore. Our sympathies to Tom and their family.
Dear Tom and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I had the pleasure of playing golf with her at Lake Shore Country Club for many years. She was such a kind, compassionate woman. May she rest in peace.
Thomas Dan David Jeff karen
Sorry for your loss Joan was awesome lady it was nice knowing her
Love ya
Robyn Jane and Dan
Tom and Family, I am so sorry for your loss. Joan was a vibrant woman, living life to the max. Her bright smile was proof.
My late wife Karen and Joan played a lot of golf together. Joan was a bright light. She will be missed by those who were graced with meeting her and here spirit. May she rest in peace.
Dear Tom and Family
We are so sorry to hear about the passing of Joan. I will always remember seeing her and speaking with her on the many walks she took throughout our neighborhood. She was always so friendly and cheerful and I miss seeing her. May your family find comfort in your many happy memories of her.
With deepest sympathy,
Scott and Nancy Zappia
Tom, we are just finding out about your loss. We are so sorry for what you are going through today. Joan was a wonderful person, and I enjoyed the many conversations we had. Praying for you and your family that you will find peace during this stressful time. Andy and Mary Ellen
Tom and family, What can you say my family was thankful to have you and Joan in our lives.
So many memories of going to your house and catching fireflies and playing video games.
My father Nelson loved you both and you were wonderful friends of ours for a lifetime.
Love,
Michael