Joanne S. Stec, 81
Dateline: Quincy, MA
Joanne S. "Sam" Stec, age 81, of Quincy, passed away peacefully on Monday, July 24, 2023 at the Copley at Stoughton Nursing Care Center in Stoughton. She was the beloved wife of the late Peter J. Bagarella, who died on January 4, 2008.
Born in Boston, MA on December 15, 1941, she was a loving daughter of the late Edward and Anna (Kashkin) Stec.
Joanne grew up in South Boston. She later moved to Dorchester and was educated in Boston Schools. She had made her home in Quincy for forty-five years and prior to retiring, had worked for twenty years in various capacities at the Quincy Public Library.
Joanne treasured the wonderful times spent with her family. She was an avid reader, enjoyed crossword puzzles and will always be fondly remembered for the special place in her heart she had for cats.
She is survived by her devoted daughter Amanda L. Taylor and her husband James of Mansfield, as well several dear cousins.
Services will be private and visiting hours are omitted. Those wishing may remember Joanne with a contribution in her memory made to a local animal shelter of one’s choice.
Arrangements are under the care and direction of the Sherman & Jackson Funeral Home, 55 North Main Street, Mansfield.
To send her family a message of condolence, please visit www.shermanjackson.com