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Joan B. Wooddell

April 07, 1929 - November 05, 2017

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Obituary For Joan B. Wooddell

April 7, 1929 - November 5, 2017

Wooddell, Joan B. (O'Connell), age 88, on Sunday, November 5, 2017 of Brentwood, formerly of Greenfield, Squirrel Hill area. Beloved wife of 39 years to the late Edward W., Sr.; loving mother of Mary J. (Jeffrey) Balogh, Edward W., Jr. (Kim), Kathleen Wooddell, and Dr. Margaret Wooddell; adored Mimi of Bridgette, Sean, Christopher, Emily, Meghan and Zane; daughter of the late Bridgett and James O'Connell; sister of the late Mary Ellen "Loll", John "Bud", Kathleen "Kath", Margaret "Peg", James "Jim", Martina "Teen", Christopher "Chris" and Leanore "Lee"; sister-in-law of Robert "Bob" Wooddell and Nancy Wooddell. Also survived by several nieces, nephews and their families and dear friends. Joan worked for Kaufmann's Department Store and the University of Pittsburgh, was a devout parishioner of St. Wendelin Church and will be deeply missed by all who loved and knew her. "And until we meet again, may God hold you in the palm of his hand." Friends will be received at the John F. Slater Funeral Home, Inc., 412-881-4100, on Wednesday and Thursday, November 8 & 9, 2017 from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Funeral prayer on Friday morning at 9:45. Mass of Christian Burial in St. Wendelin Church, Holy Apostles Parish at 10:30 a.m. If desired, family suggests contributions to Baptist Homes of Western PA or The Caring Hospice.

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  • December 11, 2019

    So very sorry for your loss. Praying for comfort and strength during this very difficult time.

  • December 11, 2019

    So sorry for your loss. I have many memories of your Mom growing up when my Mother would make occasional visits and spend the day and have lunch with you all and your Mom. I wish you all peace at this difficult time.

  • December 11, 2019

    Sending my thoughts and prayers to the entire family. I think it is amazing that after so many years I thought of your Mom just this morning! I had not heard of her passing and I honestly hadn't thought of her in many years. My husband was walking through the house humming and I thought of Mrs Wooddell humming while she cleaned when I was over playing with Peggy at your house. Heaven certainly has another angel. Sending love from Colorado

  • December 11, 2019

    My wife Jan and I first met the Wooddell family in 1976, when their son, Ed Jr. and I met as freshmen at IUP. We have had the true honor and pleasure to have known the entire family since then. You know how strong and honorable a family is by the how there kids were raised and we can tell you that the Wooddell family is the best. We share the sorrow that everyone who knew and loved Joan is going through but we also know that she has left a legacy that will live on in her name and memory. God bless Joan and the entire Wooddell family. With love and prayers. Dave and Jan Hughes

  • December 11, 2019

    I had the privilege to know Joan and her family for many years. She was so kind and just a lovely lady. She loved her family and will be missed by all. R I P another Angel looking after her family in heaven??�� Love Rosie & Von

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