Josephine L. Caffrey (Joan), 82, a long-time Scarsdale resident passed away on September 12, 2021, in Newport, RI. Born in New York, NY on December 21, 1938, she grew up in the Bronx, graduated from St. Barnabas High School (1956) and continued to receive a Masters in Education from Hunter College (NY). She was a career educator and department chair at the Ursuline School in New Rochelle, NY for over 30 years.
Joan is survived by her partner of over 30 years, John Milo, her son Thomas and his wife Andrea (Cardona), her daughter Anne Marie and her husband Matthew (DiMatteo). She also leaves her sister Barbara and husband Joseph Cilenti and sister Patricia Labriola. Joan’s grandchildren which brought her so much joy include Lindsay O’Neill-Caffrey, Lila and John DiMatteo, and Nicolette Caffrey. Joan is predeceased by her son Kenneth E. Caffrey Jr. "Aunt" Joan is also survived by many nieces, nephews, and close friends that were considered family.
Joan’s life centered around the well-being of her family and friends.
She enjoyed everything about the arts, music, dancing, and traveling to any place of historical significance. She never missed an opportunity to sit on a beach or gaze at the ocean.
Joan earned tremendous respect, admiration, and love from her friends, coworkers, and students. She was always available to mentor new teachers, possessing a wealth of wisdom that she was willing to share with anyone seeking her guidance. We can be sure that anyone who was blessed to have Joan in their lives became a better person because of it.
Visitation will be held at Edwin L. Bennett's funeral home in Scarsdale, NY on Friday 9/17 from 4-7 PM. A funeral mass will be celebrated at Immaculate Heart of Mary in Scarsdale, NY on Saturday 9/18 at 10 AM with burial to follow at All Souls Cemetery in Pleasantville, NY.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Joan's name may be given to the Alzheimers Association. The family of Joan Caffrey wishes to thank the Village House Nursing Home in Newport RI for all their care and compassion.
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