Joan A. Underhill
Died: May 18, 2014
Joan A. Underhill, age 64, of Hackettstown formerly of Chatham, NJ died Sunday, May 18, 2014 at Hackettstown Regional Medical Center. Joan was born August 13, 1949 in White Plains, NY. She is the daughter of the late Arthur D. and the late Rose (Coffin) Appleby.
Joan was a Homemaker who enjoyed reading, walking on the beach in Long Beach Island and spending time with her granddaughter, Peytyn.
She is survived by 2 sons: Matthew Underhill and wife Caroline and Jesse Underhill; 1 sister Ann Appleby, 1 twin brother, Arthur Appleby and one granddaughter, Peytyn Underhill.
All services are private.
Condolences:
Arthur T Appleby
#11
June 25th, 2018 1:16 pm
My Dear Joan, Even after four years the pain of your loss is constantly with me. You were taken away much too soon we had things to do and now I must persevere alone. We were together for nine months before we saw this outside world and then for the next sixty four years we endured all that it threw at us sometimes far more than we ever wanted. I miss you terribly Joan especially when the moon is full since we always spoke to each other every month during that time. You were the nicest person I ever have known and if I can live up to being as you were I will be successful. You should be here with me for our 69th birthday however it will be in heart alone. I no longer enjoy that day, it makes me feel so alone without you. Rest in peace Joan, I will love you forever. Your devoted brother, Arthur
Nancy Collins
#10
July 12th, 2017 8:29 pm
Dear Arthur and family, I was just at our 50th high school reunion and saw your name among the deceased. Joan and I sat next to each other in many classes growing up laughing and passing notes. I remember her fondly and wanted you to know I am deeply saddened to hear of her passing. May she Rest In Peace. All my sympathy to all your family. Love, Nancy Collins
Elizabeth Scully
#9
September 17th, 2014 4:22 pm
Joan, I bought purple sneakers today. No, I know you would prefer if they were red, but purple should still have made you smile. I cannot tell you how hard the past four months have been, I keep reaching for the phone to tell you about all of our adventures in California. I miss you like crazy. You were the best friend anyone could have, and the world feels duller since you died. Thank you for all the laughs, we did have a blast. I'm a much better mother for having watched you all those years ago with Matthew & Jesse. Thank you for letting me be such a big part of your lives. Every time I see a shooting star, a cardinal or go for a walk on a beach, you will always be my first thought. Thank you for all the joy you brought to our lives. Hugs forever to Matthew and Jesse.
Mary Beth Laurano
#8
May 27th, 2014 2:35 pm
Our laughter and joy that we shared when we were young, to this day makes me smile and laugh. More importantly you taught me how to be a good friend. You taught me kindness and generousity. Your generousity was to good for this world. Im so happy you were able to spend time with your grand daughter. I only wish your family realized how lucky they were to have you. Goodby my dear Joan, you were a lovely, kind woman, and you were loved more then you ever realized.
Pat Dias
#7
May 21st, 2014 1:49 pm
To my friend, Joan, I haven't seen you in years, but you will be missed. I was planting some impatiens the other day and remembered how beautiful the front of your house always looked with your flowers. You were a good friend, always there when I needed some one to talk to, laugh with or have a cup of coffee. Matthew and Jesse, my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Nicole Connolly
#6
May 20th, 2014 3:39 pm
I love you - Every time I eat domino's I will think of our nights together. You had such a kind heart and always made sure that Matthew and Jesse knew you loved them. I will truly miss our Sunday lunches. I am glad that you are in a better place now happy as you can be. I am sure you already found Susie. Rest in peace and we will always be thinking of you.
Peanut misses you!
Debra Appleby
#5
May 20th, 2014 10:22 am
What an incredibly sad day for this world to have lost a gentle loving soul like Joan. She was kind, funny and unassuming. I remember watching one summer evening when she had come to visit her twin brother Arthur as they stood at the base of the driveway leaning on the gate, not a hair apart, giggling and nudging each other as they gazed at a giant golden moon rising in the East. It was timeless perfection.
My deepest sympathies to her dear sister Anne, brother Arthur, her sons, and all of her extended family. Joan, you will be very missed.
June Connolly
#4
May 20th, 2014 5:46 am
Joan although I never really knew you I heard many great things through Jesse and Nicole. You were a special person to them both. May you now get rest and peace and be free.You are now an angel watching over those who loved you.
Rebecca Schopper
#3
May 19th, 2014 9:45 pm
My favorite Aunt,
You were my second Mother and one of my best friends. I will forever remember all the special times that we shared together. Not a day will go by without me thinking of you and your kind heart. I will love you forever and ever. Heaven gained an angel on Sunday. I will now live for you everyday.
I love you to the moon and back,
Becky
Mary and Doug Pospisil
#2
May 19th, 2014 7:15 pm
Doug and I want to extend our deepest sympathies to you Ann and your entire family on the passing of your sister. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
~ Mary and Doug
Arthur Appleby
#1
May 19th, 2014 5:11 pm
Joan, I love you and will miss you forever. We have been twins for 65 years and the rest of my years will be spent missing you. Joan was the sweetist person I have ever known and the world has certainly lost a very special and loving being. Joan is now free from the pain this world delivered to her and may she be now happy and pain free for eternity. this is my wish for my darling sister. May she rest in peace forever with the angels.
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