This memorial website was created in memory of our loved one, Joan Bleau, 76, born on March 11, 1940 and passed away on July 2, 2016. We will remember her forever.
Joan Mari Bleau was born on March 11, 1940, born of Cropseyville, NY. Passed away peacefully in her sleep In Lexington NC on July 2, 2016. Born to the late parents of Emma & Jay Thurber. Beloved wife of the late Mark A. Sanders. She was mostly a stay at home mom & devoted wife. She worked briefly part-time as a waitress & cleaning lady. Her hobbies were cooking, baking, sewing & collecting Dracula movies. She had a smile that would warm your heart. Her hugs were priceless too.
Joan was the loving mother of Joan Mari Decker of NY, Edmund C. Decker of TX, Eve Barlow of FL, Scott Bleau of Fl. She is survived by her sister Minnie Pugliese (Lou) and her brother James Thurber(Rose) of NY. Was "Nana" to Christopher & Antonio Decker, Joseph & Nick Schweikert, Melissa Bell, Justin Barlow, April, Eddie, Earl, Amanda & Catherine Decker; along with many Great Grandchildren, nieces & nephews. She's Predeceased by sisters; Jane Macie, Peggy Wilkes, Esther Hunt & Edna Derocher; Brothers Albert, John, Eugene and Jay Thurber.
Mommy, our bond was strong, & even Eternal now w-your passing. I feel you near me all the time, which comforts me so much. RIP til I can hug you again.
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Leave a tributeMiss you always, Joe
The memories we've made will go on and on.
I haven't stopped crying since you went away,
and I've asked God time and time why couldn't you stay.
You lit up my life, my hopes, and my dreams.
You've opened my eyes to see what it all means.
So now that you're gone how can I forget;
Because you were the greatest out of all I have met.
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Miss you always, Joe