Joan M. (Colby) Civitarese, a lifelong resident of Dedham, died Saturday, September 28 at the age of 92. Joan is survived by her loving husband of 69 years Dominic Civitarese. Devoted mother of Paul Civitarese, Laura Bowler (Steve), Ann Green (the late Mark), and Elaine Romig (Tom) all of Dedham. Cherished grandmother of Richard Green, Kayla Romig, Ryan and Eric Bowler, and Nicole and Danielle Civitarese. Step-grandmother of Sebastian and Nicholas Romig. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Daughter of the late Gerald and Mildred (Currie) Colby. Sister of the late George, Gerald, and James Colby.
Joan worked for the Dedham Public Elementary Schools Food Services (she was known to students as the Cookie Lady) for 24 years. She was an avid Red Sox fan and a regular at the Dedham Booster Club Bingo.
Services will be private. Memorial donations may be made in Joan’s name to the Red Sox Foundation at www.redsoxfoundation.org/donate