Obituary of Joanne Johnson

Johnson, Joanne Peacefully at home after a courageous battle with cancer on Dec. 20, 2004, age 51, of Bayville, LI. Beloved partner of Darci Inouye. Devoted Stepmother of Jake. Loving and only sister of Bobbie Valsecchi (Pete Sr.). Adoring aunt of Peter Valsecchi Jr. (Sandra), and Lisa Symanski (Paul), and the late Donald Valsecchi. Proud great aunt of Donald, Matthew, Kevin, and Jason. Cherished godchild of Ina Nodine. Her favorite words were: Life is a journey will forever stay with us. Visiting Oyster Bay Funeral Home, 261 South St., Oyster Bay, LI Wednesday 3-5 & 7-9 pm. Funeral Mass St. Gertrude RC Church, Bayville, Thursday 10 am. Interment Holy Rood Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations to Hospice of New York, 45-18 Court Square, Ste. 500, LI City, NY 11101 would be appreciated.