Joan M. Gerow, of the Town of Newburgh, entered into rest on Thursday, October 5, 2023. She was 78.
Daughter of the late John H. and Marguerite A. (Lanspery) Morris, she was born February 20, 1945 in New Windsor.
A lifelong area resident, Joan was a retired administrative assistant, working for George Harris at NY Life Insurance Co., Newburgh. She loved to crochet and do crossword puzzles and was an avid reader. She also enjoyed watching The People’s Court on TV.
Survivors include a son, Sean (Sandra) Gerow of Wallkill; a granddaughter Alison Gerow; cousins, David and Carol MacNary of New Paltz and Linda Tompkins of Newburgh; Goddaughter, Jessica Thompson of Newburgh; and many lifelong friends and extended family.
In addition to her parents she was predeceased by her husband, Robert E. Gerow, Jr., in 2020.
A Funeral Service Tuesday, October 10 at White, Venuto and Morrill Funeral and Cremation Service, with Deacon Thomas Neppl officiating.
Arrangements are under the care of White, Venuto and Morrill Funeral and Cremation Service, Newburgh.