Haugen, Joanne, 86, of Scottsdale, passed away peacefully on October 6, 2018. She is survived by her husband, William Haugen, her sons, Frank (Sandy) Naccarato, John (Lorry) Naccarato and daughter, Kim (Tom Mirto) Naccarato, grandchildren John Michael Naccarato, Gina Marie Naccarato, great-grandchildren, Charlie and Anna Naccarato, numerous nephews, nieces, cousins, family, friends and William Haugen family members. She was preceded in death by Josephine Tomsick Komornic and Charles Naccarato. Joanne was a faithful and devoted servant of the Lord and loved her St. Theresa community where she was active with many parish activities. She touched the lives and extended the Lord’s Love to everyone she came in contact with. She was admired by many people, young and old. Her passions were family, friends, golf and she loved to travel. She fell in love with Italy and found the Holy Land to be a very inspirational and beautiful place. Joanne’s civic endeavors included Secretary to Arizona Board of Regents of Arizona Universities and Manager of Board Relations, Samaritan Health Services, membership in the Soroptomist of Camelback, being the first female past president of the Board of Directors of Goodwill Industries of Central Arizona.
A Memorial Visitation will be held from 4:00 P.M. to 6:00 P.M. with prayers at 5:00 P.M., Wednesday, October 17, 2018 at Whitney & Murphy Funeral Home, 4800 E. Indian School Rd., in Phoenix. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 A.M., Thursday, October 18, 2018 at St. Theresa Catholic Church, 5045 E. Thomas Rd., in Phoenix. A private family interment will follow services at St. Francis Catholic Cemetery, 2033 N. 48th St., in Phoenix. Following services all are welcomed to join the family from 11:30 A.M. – 2:00 P.M., for a celebration of Joanne’s life at Mount Claret Center, 4633 N. 54th Street, Phoenix. In lieu of flowers the family suggests a donation be made to Children’s Hospital Colorado, or St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital.
Julie Haugen
Uncle Bill, all the AZ Haugens, and Joanne’s family,
Please accept hugs from miles away in MN and WI from my family. Travel restraints and lack of available time off prohibit me from delivering these in person, but they are truly heartfelt.
Laurie Sankey
My dear Aunt Joanne was a wonderful woman and a lifetime role model for me. She fiercely loved her family and always supported us. . Aunt Joanne kept her mind and body young with her positive attitude and love of life. I will truly miss our matriarch. Sending love and condolences to Bill, Frank, John, and Kim Ellen.
Kim
We are far away but know we stand next to you in hearts and spirit.
Never got to know your mom but if she is anything like you I would have loved her
Xoxo
Kim and Tony
Jan Jorgensen
Such a lovely dear lady. Blessings and peace to all.
Marshall Tomsick
Joanna was a treasure that I will miss dearly. She was a woman of grace and principle, courageous, understanding, caring and my cousin. She and I know that she was special to me in my life. Joanna loved her family was dedicated to her husband Bill, who gave her great joy. There are not enough words that can describe the role she played in so many peoples lives, she was always trying to bring peace to any occurrence and that is what I will miss most. I loved her and know that her faith was her guiding path.
Larry and Marykay Jimenez
Frank, John and Kim,
We’re very sorry to hear about your Mom. Such very fond memories of both Your Mom and Dad during the “Sunset Park” years. Our condolences and love to you and your Families. Larry and Marykay
Michele Olson
Kim I am so sorry to hear that your Mom died. I remember meeting her when we were moving to Alaska and she was so friendly and fun. I believe you will see her again and that you will still have her with you here. Love you Kim!
Tony and Tracy Weir
John and family,
We send our sincerest sympathies on the loss of your mom. May all your beautiful memories carry you through this most difficult time. She was a wonderful lady….just look at her incredible family! Love to you all.
Tony and Tracy Weir
Robert J Arbuthnot
Know sir, that we care and that we feel your loss. Love all of you!
Arbo and Vic
Marybeth Betsy Coffman
Sincere condolences to Bill and our cousins Frank, John and Kim. The following only begins to touch on the magnitude of the way your mother touched lives. Beautiful, Forever Young, Sweet, Kind & Loving Aunt Joanne…my perfect role-model…
I will cherish the memories of the Faith we shared in Jesus, our love of the piano, music, fashion and our rose colored glasses!
Priceless standouts in my my mind are the Ferrante & Teicher Concert, landing me a manager‘s position at the Hanny’s store in the Biltmore Mall, the musical jewelry box that you and Uncle gave to me 54 Christmases ago, which I still have!, the many summers spent at your home on E. El Caminito swimming with Kim in your beautiful backyard pool and years later enjoyed the boat ride when you visited with Bill. More recently the Sankey-Tucker wedding shower where we endured the huge snowstorm! Lastly, it was a blessing to attend the Johnny Mathis concert with you…Who would have ever thought you would have been taken so soon? Being a classy lady, I hope I can be blessed with the same classy exit as you…
Thank you for your unending love…it warms my heart to know the genuine interest you showed to Matt and our kids.
It delighted me to share the same birthday month and tout our Leo prowess!
”Princess-Warrior”, you will live on forever…in my heart, mind and soul. Say hello to Uncle Charlie and the family! Thank You both for being a wonderful Aunt & Uncle who gave us 3 Awesome Cousins, Frank, John & Kim. ❤️
Carol Collins
My heartfelt condolences go out to Frank, Kim & John. I know you loved her dearly; hold each other in warm embrace. In this embrace you will feel her spirit & love right there with you! She loves you – that will never die! You know I KNOW this beyond a doubt. My prayers go out to you.
Your friend always, Carol
Kim
I miss you, Mother!
Kathi Metzger
I am so very sorry for your loss. Joanne’s spirit will be with you forever!
Love Always – Kathi
Jim Van Halderen
Frank, John, and Kim
Your mom was an amazing person and I was blessed to know her. My second mom provided unconditional support and guidance to me and I am grateful that she was in my life.
My thoughts and prayers are with you folks- I know heaven is happy to have her!
Jim VH
Mary (and Ron) Muir
Our sincere condolences to Bill and all other members of Joanne’s family. Joanne and I were longstanding Bible class friends and LA Fitness companions. She loved Scripture and her Catholic faith and was always willing to share it with others. She and Bill are such good examples to us all of how to spend later years in life in service and friendship to others. We’ve been praying for Joanne’s family and will continue to do so.