Obituary of JoAnn Pagano

JoAnn Pagano 58, of Groton passed away April 16, 2012 at home. JoAnn was born July 3, 1953 in Cortland, the daughter of Donald and Santina Mancini Stone. JoAnn was a 1971 Graduate of Cortland High School and had been employed at the Cortland Standard from 1972 €“ 1998, most recently she was employed as a secretary at the Groton Community Church. JoAnn is survived by her children Tina L. ( Dave Robbins) Pagano of Dryden, John M. Pagano of Ithaca, her father Donald (Betty) Stone of Dryden, brothers Garry (Abby) Stone of Brockport, Allan (Cheryl) Stone of Rochester, her longtime companion Claude Wagner, several nieces and nephews. In addition to her mother, JoAnn was predeceased by her husband, John J. Pagano, and an infant son joseph E. Pagano. Memorial Services will be held 12:00 pm Saturday at the Groton Community Church. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions in JoAnns name may be directed to your local SPCA or the American Diabetes Association 6390 Fly Road East Syracuse, NY 13057 To offer on line condolences visit www.wright-beard.com Our condolences to Tina and Johnny at the loss of your mom. She had been such a longtime friend and we will both truly miss her. Our prayers are with you. Dolores and John Hemming My dearest Tina and John, My deepest, deepest sympathy for your loss..I wish I had the "magic" words that would take your pain away. I have many wonderful memories of your Mom, and I know you do too, so let those memories be your comfort..dwell on them only. We will all miss her..may she be at peace now with her Mom in Heaven. Much Love to you both, Aunt Polly Tina & John, our deepest sympathy. I have many good childhood memories of your Mom. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Paul & Carol Patriarco Please accept my heartfelt condolences for the loss of Joann. While I didn't know her personally, my work with Garry, makes me aware that she is part of a wonderful family. Please remember the wonderful things about your sister. Leslie Wehner So sorry to hear of your loss. Jodie was our special leader, captain of all cousins. Always ready with her wit and smile. Such great memories. We're thinking about you all! With Love.Joe & Lita Ward Garry Stone My sincere condolences on the passing of your sister. I know that your big, loving family will help a lot at this time. Distance and time does not diminish the loss. You have many great friends here in Brockport who have you in their prayers as well. God bless you and your family Bob Iveson To Joann's family. Our condolences on your loss. I worked with JoAnn many years as a typesetter at the Cortland Standard. She will be greatly missed. Dave & Louise Crankshaw, Ft Lauderdale, FL Tina,John Michael, Uncle Don, Garry & Allan, My heart goes out to all of you as you go through the pain of losing our Jody. When I think back to the memories like hanging on her at the lake or of being part of her wedding, or of getting a funny comment on email from her, I can only smile and thank God for the time I had to know her, though too short. I pray that very soon you will find comfort in those memories too and that your tears will fade and peace will come. I wish I could be there to care for you in this time but know my prayers are with you always. Love you all, Katie