JOANNE ELIZABETH KATZ

Condolences & Memories (21 entries)

• My sincere condolences to Sid, Allison, Darren and all the family. I knew Joanne when our children were growing up and I knew her from exercise classes she ran. "A moment on the lips, forever on the hips" still resonates with me. Her smile was infectious and she was as kind as anyone could be. May she rest in peace. - Posted by: jeanne pauls (friend) on: Mar 25, 2016

• Happy Birthday, Jo! Still missing you every day. S. - Posted by: Sharon (Friend) on: Sep 28, 2015

• Hi, Jo! It's been a year since you left us and still it seems like only yesterday. Sid was kind enough to invite David, Gordy, Millie and me to the Unveiling Ceremony today and it was beautiful. We were also invited back to your home for what turned out to be a lavish luncheon. You would have been so proud of all of them! We were asked to say a few words at the end of the ceremony but I was crying and couldn't so here I am. Darren's words made me cry, Jo. He's finally grown up. It was lovely to see the grandchildren again. They've grown so much since last time I saw them. I hope they keep in touch. Sid looks well and healthy and that was good to see. I know you've been keeping an eye on your mini pals because I knew you were there at your usual place at the table when I began making the Christmas/Hannukah gifts for everyone. Trust you to check in and find out what everyone is getting! But I bet you don't know that the seconds between the time I say "Hello" into my phone, and before the person on the other end answers, I can hear your always cheerful voice saying "Hi, how are ya?" It's a little disconcerting now and again when I catch myself doing that but it's a good memory because I'm sure we spoke every couple of days. Suzanne and I have taken up the Chinese lunch thing and both are enjoying it a lot. Sometimes I wonder if you're sitting in the chair next to me. And I haven't been to Toad Hall since you left. Just can't do that yet so I have to make do with checking over whatever they bring to the Annual Show. We've tried several times to make the visits to you and Maureen but it's been a hectic and not very nice year, what with one thing and another. I promise we'll be there next year for sure! You would have been proud of me today. Remember when I asked you why Jewish people left stones on graves and you told me it was to indicate someone had been there? Well, I rumaged around my stash in the basement and brought two with me today and left them on your headstone. Millie can't bend too well now so one was for her and the other for me. I'll make sure I bring enough for everyone when our little group, which is falling apart for various reasons, come visit next year. I miss you. I will always miss you. And now I'm going to blow my nose, and wipe my tear laden glasses so they'll be clean tomorrow and go to bed, hopefully to sleep - that is, if I can stop crying. Love you. S. - Posted by: Sharon Reese (Best Friend) on: Dec 08, 2014

• My sincerest sympathy and God's Blessings to the family in this time of sadness. Joanne and I worked together at Figuremagic in the 70's for a short while. Joanne's picture in the paper caught my eye-that smile-that beautiful smile! That hasn't changed over all these years. Joanne was the very warmest, kindest person back then and I appreciated her friendship. In the day, she was so very happy with having just had her baby Alison, and busy studying and learning her "faith"-she was so very much in love! I remember others telling stories of seeing her with her husband on the weekends, forever on the dance floor - Posted by: L (friend) on: Dec 27, 2013

• Sid, Allison, Andrea and Darren My heart goes out to you, you are in my thoughts and prayers in this most difficult of times. Joanne was a wonderful person and she will be deeply missed. Colleen Manning - Posted by: Colleen Manning (Friend) on: Dec 16, 2013

• My late mother, Jean McMurray, so enjoyed Joanne's friendship + business throughout her lifetime. They were both members of MEOW together as was my husband Craig, who also so enjoyed Joanne's friendship + enthusiasm. She was always so delighted with my Mom's dolls and various artwork and purchased many of her pieces throughout her lifetime! I remember her many visits to our home through the years too. Our condolences to Sid and family. Sincerely - Marne Murray (daughter of old friend and Artisan-Jean McMurray). - Posted by: Marne Murray (Daughter of her Friend and Fellow Artisan-Jean McMurray) ) on: Dec 13, 2013

• Joanne truly was a remarkable person, she even touched the hearts of the staff at her Safeway store. I will always remember the outings with her and the laughs we shared. She will be in a better place watching over all the people that meant something to her, especially her family who she was so very close to. She will be missed. - Posted by: Debbie DeVos (friend) on: Dec 11, 2013

• Sid, Allison, Andrea & Darren. I'm lost for words... too young, too soon, too sad. Joanne was a LADY and admired by many, she was so unselfish of her time she gave to everyone. She'll always be sadly missed. It's hard to lose someone you all love so much, may her loving memories give you comfort & strength. Deepest Sympathy for you & your family. Glenda & Emery - Posted by: Glenda Rigaux (family friend) on: Dec 11, 2013

• Dr Katz, My sincere condolences to you and your family. Joanne was a very lovely lady. - Posted by: Susanna Deluca () on: Dec 10, 2013

• I'd like to extend my condolences to Sid and family. Joanne was a beautiful soul and will be greatly missed by many. With heartfelt sympathy Rick (Cherry Tree Lane/Garden Room) - Posted by: Rick Plaseski (friend) on: Dec 10, 2013

• My best friend for nearly 60 years. I will miss you dear Joanne. My deepest sympathy to all of your family. Love Alexis - Posted by: Alexis Raven () on: Dec 09, 2013

• Hi Dr. Katz & Family: I am so sorry to hear about Joanne. When I saw her picture it seemed as though it was yesterday that I was working at 807 Portage Ave. Joanne was such a warm, loving person, I just liked her so much. My thoughts are with you. Sincerely Violet Hiebert - Posted by: Violet Hiebert (old friend) on: Dec 09, 2013

• My deepest condolences to Joannes family. She was such a caring person. She will be missed. - Posted by: Linda Cayer (Friend) on: Dec 09, 2013

• My deepest sympathies to your family and will miss Joanne always. love Helen and Dallice - Posted by: Helen Beam (Great friend) on: Dec 09, 2013

• Sid, Allison, Andrea and Darren Joanne was a wonderful friend who loved her family dearly. Although we hadn't spent a lot of time together in the past few years, I remember the wonderful times we shared. My sincere condolences to all of you. - Posted by: Linda (Nowell) Schram (Friend) on: Dec 09, 2013

• My deepest sympathy to all the family. - Posted by: Del Kehler (Friend) on: Dec 09, 2013

• So very saddened to hear or Joanne's illness and passage. Our families spent many wonderful hours together enjoying our children's sports activities - those ealy hours at pools, the many organizational activies for competitions, the many trips to unusual places. As our children grew so did our relationship with each other. We supported each other through weddings and the birth and growth of our grandchildren. Although distance separated us later in our lives the times we were able to get together became more precious. Joanne you are missed. - Posted by: Johanna Lisakowski and family ( friend) on: Dec 09, 2013

• Oh Joanne, I miss you so much. No more cheerful phone calls where we talked about everything under the sun. No more lunches at Marigold, followed by visits to Toad Hall to see what was new. No more weekly meetings of our little miniatures group where we shared our lives, laughed until we cried, and helped you build kits, because after all, as you always said: "I'm a collector, not a builder!". Your excitement at finding a miniature piece made by an Artisan on e-Bay at a great price was contageous and we all looked forward to being invited to your wonderful home to see your latest acuisitions, either miniature or art. It was always such a treat during those meetings when one of your children stopped by and sometimes brought the grandchildren so we could watch them grow up. You were a loyal and solid friend during good times and bad and your cheerful voice always made things easier. My heart goes out to your family at this terrible time. Love you always. S. - Posted by: Sharon Reese (Best Friend) on: Dec 09, 2013

• Sis, My deepest condolences to you, The kids and your entire family. Joanne was a very nice lady and was always very pleasent to me. - Posted by: Robert Epstein (Old friend ) on: Dec 09, 2013

• Dr. Katz, Allison, Andrea, & Darren. It has been many years since seeing a picture of Joanne. It is clear to me that she still had that warmth, love and compassion that I remember. I am so sorry to hear of her death. May you always remember the good and bad time spent with her. She loved all of you so much and was very proud of her children. Take care and you are all in my thoughts and prayers. - Posted by: Rena Corbett (Cochrane) (Friend) on: Dec 09, 2013

• Dr. Katz, Allison, Andrea, & Darren. Although it has been many years since seeing a picture of Joanne, she had that beautiful smile that would light up a room. I am so sorry to hear of her death. May you cherish all memories (good and even bad). Take care and thinking of you at this difficult time. - Posted by: Rena Corbett (Cochrane) (Friend) on: Dec 09, 2013