Joan C. Spadorcia
December 29, 1939 ~ March 22, 2026
Born in:
Boston, Massachusetts
Resided in:
Danvers, Massachusetts
Joan C. “Joanie” (McDonough) Spadorcia, 86, of Danvers, passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by her family on March 22, 2026. She was the wife of the late Anthony C. Spadorcia.
Born in Boston on December 29, 1939, she was the daughter of the late Thomas and Helen (Clough) McDonough. Joan was raised and educated in East Boston and was a graduate of Fitton High School, Class of 1957.
Joan began her working career with New England Telephone. When she married and started a family, she stayed home to raise her children. She somehow found time between attending her children’s sporting events, dance recitals and many other activities of 6 children to pursue her passions through volunteer work with Welcome Wagon, Traveler’s Aide at Logan Airport and the LPGA. She later spent a decade at the Holy Childhood Nursery School in Peabody followed by 17 years at Appleseeds Clothing Co, where she was known for her warmth, kindness and positive spirit.
A lover of the arts, she was a longtime member of the North Shore Players Theater Group and many choirs. Joan was a woman of strong faith and parishioner of Saint Mary of the Annunciation Church. She also found great peace and happiness by the ocean.
She was the devoted mother of Jane Shea and her husband Michael of North Falmouth, Joanne Fagan and her late husband Scott of Stoneham, Julie Spadorcia of Danvers, Jeanne Spadorcia of Danvers, Anthony Spadorcia and his wife Kelleigh of Norwood, and Jill McGinnity and her husband Michael of Danvers. She was the loving grandmother of Elizabeth, Conor and his wife Lindsey, Kathryn, Bradley and his wife Bronwen, Jeffrey and his wife Kayla, Joseph, Nicholas, Emily, Megan, Allison, and Johnny, and the cherished great-grandmother of Lochlainn. As the eldest of 7 children, she leaves behind her sisters Patricia and Mary Lou, brother Kenny and his wife Rachele and many, many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her brother Thomas and wife Anne, brother James and wife Roberta, sister Helen and brothers-in-law Robert and Fernando.
Her Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, March 28, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. in St. Mary of the Annunciation Church, 24 Conant Street, Danvers. Burial will be private. Visiting hours are Friday from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. at C.R. Lyons & Sons Funeral Directors, 28 Elm Street, Danvers. In lieu of flowers, it was Joan’s wish that you perform a random act of kindness in her memory. To share a message of sympathy with the Spadorcia family, please visit www.LyonsFuneral.com.
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Visitation: Friday, March 27, 2026 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
C.R. Lyons & Sons Funeral Directors
28 Elm St.
Danvers, MA 01923
(978) 777-7900
lyonsfuneral.com
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I’m SO sorry for the loss of your Mother. I will always remember our little chats over the years at her front door, while delivering her mail. She always had very kind words to say and the lollipops in the basket near the front tree! Thinking of all of you at this very tough time. I’m here if you need anything.
Denise (Lettercarrier)
I’m so sorry. My deepest condolences to the entire Spadorcia family. Many years of being close with Julie gave me a chance to meet this wonderful woman. May the great memories help you all during this difficult time. Prayers to all
Your mom was a Solid adult figure in my early life as we grew up running around the neighborhood. I know that she was keeping an eye on us and looking out for me. She made me laugh and allowed me to have fun as a kid while teaching me some lessons along the way. I am truly sorry for your loss.
A.J.
To the Spadorcia Family,
I was deeply saddened to hear of Joan’s passing.
She was more than just a long time neighbor to us, she always had time to chat and check in to see how we were doing!
I remember working in the yard and seeing her drive by in her little red car and would wave and tell me what she was up to, I love that she was always on the go!
Please know our thoughts are with your family during this difficult time.
In sympathy,
Heather Maurice and Rob Parker
Sending sincere condolences on the loss of your dear Mother. I remember meeting her many years ago and she was a bundle of positive energy. May your memories keep her always near in your hearts.
Lisa and I were so sorry to hear about Joans passing. Jane and Mike, our thoughts and prayers are with your family right now. I hope you find comfort in wonderful memories and your family.
Dirk and Lisa Hiler
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Sorry for your loss. Sending prayers to the whole family.
Julie Armstrong Denton