Joanne N. Gary 72 of Williams Twp, PA died Thursday, May 25, 2023 at home after a long courageous battle with cancer. Born January 3, 1951 in Easton, she was a daughter of the late Shirley (Dungan) and John Navone. She was a 1968 graduate of Easton High School and received her Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees from Kutztown University. Joanne was a teacher with the Easton Area School District for 32 years. For 31 of those years, she taught third grade at Palmer Elementary School. She was a very active member of Green Pond United Methodist Church where she served on Church Council and as a Trustee.
She is survived by her husband: David W. Gary; children: Melissa Greg (husband Christopher) of Palmer Twp., PA, David M. Gary (wife Valerie) of Williams Twp.; siblings: Suzanne Miller, Dianne DeSentis, Roxanne Williams, John Navone; and 4 grandchildren whom she loved and adored: Averi, Landon, Leighton, and Everett.
Services are 10:30 AM Tuesday (May 30) in Green Pond UM Church, 4411 Green Pond Rd., Easton, PA 18045 with a calling period from 9:30 to 10:30 AM in the church. The Ashton Funeral Home, Easton is handling arrangements. Interment in Northampton Memorial Shrine.
The family would like to thank everyone for all their caring thoughts, prayers and cards. Memorial contributions may be made to Green Pond UM Church. Offer online condolences at www.AshtonFuneralHome.com.
Barb Hancz
May 26, 2023 at 1:24 pm
Dear David and Family,
On behalf of my family, I am sending our love and deepest sympathy during this sad time. Joanne was a special friend who will be greatly missed. I will always remember her as a thoughtful, supportive friend, a dedicated teacher, a fantastic homemaker, and a devoted grandmother. I am thankful for the many memories of the lifelong friendship that we shared. May the love of family and friends help to comfort you during this difficult time.
Wade Gilholm
May 27, 2023 at 7:48 am
Dave so sorry for your loss. Praying for you and your family.
Johnette Bennett
May 29, 2023 at 1:50 pm
My sincerest condolences to Joanne’s family and friends. My encounters with Joanne were always happy ones and I have known her for many years and her husband David longer still. I pray for her peace after her battle with a strong adversary, may her name be eternal and those around her comforted by wonderful memories of her. May the Lord have mercy as he welcomes her home.
Dave and Sandy Oswald
May 29, 2023 at 4:23 pm
To our long time friend Dave Gary, so sorry to hear about the loss of your beloved wife. Our prayers go out to you and your family during this difficult time. May Joanne rest in peace and may god comfort you.
Tammi Fahrney
June 3, 2023 at 4:15 pm
I was so sad to hear that Joanne was in hospice. As my 3rd grade language arts teacher, she had a big impact on my life. I thought it was so amazing when I learned that she attended my church! Many years later, she became friends with my mother, Carol Dowling. Carol and Joanne became close friends and I am so grateful for their friendship that blossomed at Green Pond UMC. My mother is now in a memory care facility, but I know she will be sad to hear of Joanne’s passing. She and Dave were supportive to Carol and recently attended her husband, Frank’s funeral. My sincere condolences to everyone that knew and loved Joanne. I know her friend Frank Dowling welcomed her to heaven.