Joan Barton
“Thy modesty’s a candle to thy merit.”
It comes with heavy hearts to announce the passing of Joan Marylouise Oshier Barton, born February 4, 1938.
She peacefully passed away December 1, 2024, at the age of 86.
Joan was a beloved mother to eight children: Michael (Becky) Barton, Steven Barton, Laurie (Dan) Plowe, Deanna (Richard) LaMoy, Janice Heelien, William Barton, Daniel (Amy) Barton, and Jason Leboeuf. She was predeceased by her two sons, Micheal and Daniel, her mother Rose Oshier, four grandchildren, and her cherished furbabies she obtained throughout her life. Joan's legacy continues on through her many grand and great-grandchildren, whom she loved dearly.
Joan's life was marked by dedication and service. Graduating in 1957 from Tupper Lake High School, she worked various jobs throughout her life. Her most prized and cherished job was being a mother to her children.
While working at Leboeuf’s market she also worked for North Country Home Services as a home health aid and at The ARC as a DSP. She concluded her professional journey at The ARC, where she retired.
She embraced life with a spirit of adventure, famously getting lost and visiting a variety of locations; including but not limited to Indiana, California, North Carolina, and Niagara Falls after retirement.
Her life was filled with simple joys and passions. Which included her love of music that she demonstrated through singing and dancing. Among country artists she loved, Charlie Pride was notably her favorite.
Family members say she enjoyed long walks around town, but enjoyed the foot rubs (she forced upon us) afterward more. Her love for the outdoors was evident by numerous camping trips she enjoyed with family. Her love for nature was also displayed when she would stop and enjoy watching wildlife whenever she could.
Joan tended to numerous plants throughout the years, utilizing her rhubarb to bake her famous pies that many loved.
Joan enjoyed watching many movies and game shows. Her favorite movies were westerns and action movies with Steven Seagal.
She loved to keep her family on their toes by frequently rearranging furniture and changing her curtains. During her downtime, Joan enjoyed employing her tablet, looking up her loved ones and completing artwork. Joan cherished time spent with her family, especially shopping with her grandchildren, and was known for her playful attempts to "run them over" with a shopping cart. She formed meaningful connections with the nurses and other people at dialysis, where her watchful and caring nature shone through.
Joan’s mischievous smile, her warmth, humor, and unwavering love for her family and friends will be missed dearly. Her vibrant spirit has left an unforgettable impression on all who knew her, and her legacy of strength, resilience, and faith will remain deeply treasured in the hearts of her loved ones.
Services will be held at St. Alphonsus Church today- Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at 11a.m.. Burial services will be held at a later time, in the summer of 2025.