In July of 1955, Joan married Louis Lagasse and began her career as a military wife. She loved to travel and meet new people. Joan treasured the lifelong friendships she and Lou made during that time.
She is survived by her two sons, Stephen Lagasse (Dianne) of Gaston and Brian Lagasse (Margaret) of Huntsville, AL; a sister, Elizabeth Guerin of Clifton Park, NY; nine grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Joan was preceded in death by her parents and by her husband of 53 years, Lieutenant Colonel Louis Lagasse.
The family will welcome visitors at Caughman-Harman Funeral Home, Lexington Chapel, Thursday, January 21, 2021 from 5:00 – 6:30 p.m. Visitation will conclude with a Rosary Service from 6:30 – 7:00 p.m. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated Friday, January 22, 2021 at Corpus Christi Catholic Church, Lexington at 11:00 a.m. with Rev. Joseph Romanoski presiding. There will be a private interment service at Fort Jackson National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Holy Spirit Catholic Church Perpetual Adoration Chapel Fund, 625 Airport Road SW, Huntsville, AL 35802 or The Alzheimer’s Association at act.alz.org.
