Joanne Elizabeth King

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Joanne Elizabeth King, of Rochester, NY, born June 15, 1955, passed on March 7, 2025. Beloved wife of David King; loving mother to Rebecca, Jeffery, and Melaina; proud grandma of three grandchildren; dear friend and neighbor to many. Daughter of Patrick (dec) and Maryann (dec) Morganello, sister of Maryann, John (dec), and Christine (dec). 

Friends may call Sunday (March 23rd) 1-3 PM at Vay-Schleich and Meeson, 1075 Long Pond Road. Her Prayer Service will be held following calling at 3:00 PM.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a memorial gift to the University of Rochester’s Neurosurgery Stroke Fund by visiting giving.rochester.edu.  When choosing a designation, select “other” and please enter the fund’s allocation code: A11793.

Checks can be mailed to: University of Rochester, Larry and Cindy Bloch Alumni and Advancement Center 300 East River Road, Suite 208 Box 278996 Rochester, NY 14627

6 Comments

  1. Suzanne and Kevin Johnson on March 15, 2025 at 10:51 pm

    Jody welcomed us into her family with open arms when Melaina married our Luke and we’re heartbroken that she passed so suddenly and with so much to look forward to.
    We are thankful for her warm and generous heart. We got to share being grandmothers to our precious little grandbaby. She adored our granddaughter and we will all have to be sure to keep Jody’s memory alive for her; tell all the stories and bake all the treats.
    It’s such a loss. Jody was so vibrant and kindhearted and has left so many who loved her so dearly. Our hearts go out to Dave and Becky and Melaina and Jeff, especially. She was a light and we loved her and will miss her.



  2. Patricia Birasi on March 16, 2025 at 1:40 am

    So so sorry to hear about the sudden loss of your Mom Melaina. I got to meet her at your wedding and she was so kind and generous welcoming everyone to your special day. ❤️ Our hearts and prayers go out to you and your family



  3. Elenore & John Arquette on March 16, 2025 at 8:04 am

    John and I are so sad to learn of this terrible loss to you and all your dear family, Melaina. Our prayers and love go out to you and all you love.



  4. Nancy & Art Williams (Emily's family) on March 16, 2025 at 2:22 pm

    Art and I and our family send the King family our deepest condolences on the loss of Joanne. Emily kept us in close touch with each change as she heard from Becky, and we are deeply sad for all those left behind. We can still remember when Joanne would bring Becky and Melaina into St. John’s Church in the spring wearing the cutest matching hats, and the girls would wave across the aisle to Emily. Such sweetness and love.
    May Our Lord Bless and keep you all.



  5. Barb and Bob Crist on March 17, 2025 at 4:14 pm

    Dave, Becky, Jeff and Melaina…
    Sorry we will not be able to make the trip to Rochester for Jody’s memorial service. We want you to know that we are thinking of all of you. We will truly miss her and we are saddened by the sudden loss of her. We will always remember the wonderful memories we’ve shared. We hope to catch up with you on our next trip to Rochester. Stay strong.❤️ Love Barb and Bob Crist



  6. Deb Flynt on March 19, 2025 at 6:35 pm

    My heart goes out to all of you as I can’t imagine how you all must feel. Joanne always lit up the room whenever I had the pleasure to be in the same place. Melaina, you and your family have been constantly in my thoughts and prayers. Peace and much love , Deb Flynt 💕



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