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Tierney

In Loving Memory

Tierney, Joan K. (nee Whelan)

 Baptized into the Hope of Christ’s Resurrection Sunday, May 14, 2023.

Joan met her husband Joe as a teenager on a blind date at Springdale pool, and they eventually married in 1951.  Her life was full of the adventure raising her children, but she was also an accomplished piano player and shared her music with all, a working Mom for 20+ years at Famous Barr, she loved nature hikes, camping, animals, and live theater.  She taught her children to Ice Skate at Carondelet Park.  Joan had a quick wit and sense of humor and could fill the house with her laughter.  Joan passed on Mother’s day, her day, which is reflective of her selfless devotion to her children and everyone in her life.

Beloved wife of the late Joseph Tierney; loving mother of Daniel (Caren), Michael, Terence (Christine), David (Kathy), Susan, Andrew “Bo” (Elissa), Anne, Matthew (the late Christy), Christopher (Chumel) Tierney, and Janet (John) Fodge. Adoring grandmother of 19 and great-grandmother of 13. Our dearest aunt, great-aunt, and friend to many.

Services: Memorial Visitation at Kutis Affton Chapel, 10151 Gravois on Thursday, May 25, from 4-8 p.m. Funeral Mass on Friday, May 26 at St. Cecilia Catholic Church at 12 noon. Inurnment at Resurrection Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions to N.A.M.I. or the Leukemia Lymphoma Society, appreciated.

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19 thoughts on “Tierney, Joan K. (nee Whelan)”

  1. To our wonderful Aunt, who never met a stranger, left everyone she met better off, and was truly an Angel. We will all miss your wonderful smile and kindness. Thank you for raising a caring and compassionate family, and always being there for everyone who needed you. Our heart is heavy today, and we know the families is too. What a great loss to the world, she will be missed by so many. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief.

    Love you All,

    Bob and Janet

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  2. My heart broke when I learned of Joan’s passing. She was a wonderful woman, a devoted and loving wife and mother. She was a witty, kind, and gracious lady. Like everyone who knew her, I loved her and will fondly remember her. My deepest sympathies to all.

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  3. To granddaughter Maggy,

    Colinda and I are so sorry for your loss. Heartfelt condolences from us.

    Chris and Colinda James

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  4. Mrs. T you were without a doubt my second mother I spent so much time at your home with Mike and Dan always had the new Beatles album. Those were great times.

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  5. Bo, I didn’t know your mother, but if she was have as nice as you, she must have been a wonderful woman. You and your family have my deepest sympathy.

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  6. Janet and family:
    Please accept my condolences on the loss of your sweet mother. Many prayers and much love to you.

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  7. Hey Bo,
    I am so sorry for the loss of your mother. From my family and your TKE brothers, our condolences to you and your family.
    May God bestow consolation and peace among your family during this time of grieving.
    All the best brother.

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  8. Janet and Claire,
    I am so sorry for your loss. You have always spoke so high of your Mom and I know how much you lived her. May she rest in peace.
    I am sorry I am not here to be with you as you were with me at this ti.e BUT always here for you.
    Love ya
    Carol

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  9. Bo and The Tierney Family

    I am saddened by the loss of your sweet mother Joan, please accept my heartfelt sympathy-and prayers for comfort and strength throughout the days to come. God Bless you all. ️️️

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  10. My husband and I went to school with Joan from KG to our graduation from Cleveland H.S. She was one of the sweetest girls I have ever known. We shopped at the same Grocery Store for years when our children were growing and they lived on Bellerieve. Just recently her son posted a photo for me of Joan hiking and she looked as happy and cheerful as always. Please accept our sympathy on the loss of such a beautiful and loving mother, grandmother and ggrandmother. Memories of time with her will always be in my heart.

    Joan Schaller Yeckel

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  11. I can trace so much of myself back to you, and am in awe of your compassion, pure love, enthusiasm for people, reverence for nature, musicianship, adoration of music, unbelievably sharp wit and incredible sense of humor, and your love of polka dots – they truly are wonderful. We are so grateful for everything you have left and gifted us. We love you.

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  12. By virtue of marrying Joan & Joe’s firstborn son Daniel, I gained a Mother-in-Law. Lucky me. The first time I met Joan at the Tierney Family’s home on Bellerive, she invited me to play her piano. Joan embodied just the right touch with so many in her life. Her heart was full of love and music and laughter. And let’s face it, Joan could make the best lemon meringue pie! And what about those tall tins of Christmas cookies: snickerdoodles, chocolate chip, and oatmeal raisin?!? When my Mother-in-Law hugged me hello or goodbye, it seemed she know my heart. I know I am not alone. Joan’s presence touched so many. I can hear her now, playing and singing all the Broadway tunes in the Great American Songbook. What a positive Lifeforce. Love to all who loved Joan Whelan Tierney. We will miss her.

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