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Joan Artley, 89
Born: January 6, 1937
Death: February 19, 2026
Funeral Home Details:
Death: February 19, 2026
Funeral Home Details:
Haven of Rest
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Funeral Home WebsiteOur beautiful mother Joan Artley RN, passed away on 02/19/26.
Joan was born in NY, NY on 01/06/1937. She was our Epiphany mom. Joan graduated Bradford HS in ’55, in Bradford PA. Joan attended Niagara Univ., and on 02/03/56 married John Artley (06/19/34-02/03/2016). They had 6 children.
Joan was preceded in death by her son Johnathan on 09/02/78. She is survived by sons Jeff, James, Greg, Mike (Val), daughter Anne and grandchildren Michelle and Johnny.
Joan earned her Nursing Degree in ’81, with a near-perfect score on the State Exam. She later obtained her Realtors License in 87′ with a score of A- on that exam.
Joan’s happiest times were spent with family and friends. Mom, I think God put you in the sky and saved you for us according to His plan. We will forever keep you in our hearts. We know you are now at peace with your Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.
Feel free to make a donation to Save the Children or your favorite charity, or wear bright colors in her memory.