"I worked with Joanne for a short time in the County Clerks office and remember her as a sweet woman who always spoke about her grandkids. May she be at peace. My condolences to the family and all those special grandchildren she loved.
Joan Murray"
In loving memory of
Joann A. Yates
August 7, 1942 - June 24, 2023
Joann A. Yates (nee Tenerelli), on June 24, 2023, of Bellmawr. Age 80.
Beloved wife of the late Walter G. Yates and companion for 20 years to the late Joseph Kelly. Devoted mother to Walter "Sonny'' Yates (Wendy), Michael Yates (Louise), Lisa Yates-Shaw, and the late Anthony J. Yates. Loving grandmother of Matthew, Roxanne, Shannon, Matt, Alyssa, Ryan, Ryley and Michael. Dear sister of Donna Elm (Skip). Aunt of Melanie Darconte. Also survived by many great grandchildren, family, and friends.
Joann was a dedicated employee of Camden City Hall for 25 years. She enjoyed her trips to Vegas with her friends and her family. Family was the most important thing in Joann's life and she was always happiest surrounded by her grandchildren.
There will be a viewing on Thursday, June 29, 2023 from 7:45am to 9:45am at GARDNER FUNERAL HOME, RUNNEMEDE.
Funeral Mass at 10:30am at St. Joachim Parish, Annunciation BVM Church, 601 W. Browning Road, Bellmawr, NJ 08031.
Interment New St. Mary's Cemetery, Bellmawr.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Joann's memory to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105 (www.stjude.org).
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"Sonny, Wendy and Family--so sorry for your loss. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
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"My Dear Friend, I love you and miss you so much already. You will remain in my heart forever!"
"My Dear Friend,I love you and miss you so much already! You will remain in my heart forever!"
"Miss you so much, Gram. I?ll think of you every time I make gravy and watch Dirty Dancing! Love you always, Pookie"
"Sonny, Michael and Lisa I work with your Mom at the Clerks Office, My Prayers are with all of you at this sad time. Sue Love"