Joanne was born in Amityville, to her late parents, Andrew and Evelyn Kmetz. She graduated from Copiague High School. She obtained her Bachelors Degree from Stony Brook University. She met her childhood sweetheart Richard Besemer at age eleven and they married in 1972. They made their home in Copiague, where they raised their family. In her years of work, Joanne had several professions, but she cherished her time as a Library Clerk with the Amityville Library. Joanne was a voracious reader, gardener and most enjoyed long conversations with her friends and family.
Surviving is her beloved family - her husband, Richard; and her sons, David and John. Predeceasing Joanne is her son Andrew Besemer and brother, Andrew Kmetz.
Family and friends will gather at the funeral home on Saturday, July 7th from 2:00 - 6:00 p.m. At 4 p.m. the Wake Service will be offered by Deacon Phil Mills of Our Lady of the Assumption R.C. Church. Cremation will be private.
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