Joan Moore

It is with a heavy heart and sincere sadness that we announce the passing of Joan Moore of Westwood, NJ on October 12, 2023, at the age of 85. Born in Jersey City, NJ, to Katherine and Leonard Braden, Joan was one of five children. Joan met her husband, Michael Vincent Moore from County Kerry, Ireland, while living in North Bergen and they married in 1965. The couple welcomed their daughter, Patricia, in 1966. Joan moved to Bergen County in 1974, after the passing of her loving husband Vincent, where she raised her daughter alongside her beloved family on Grand Blvd. in Emerson, NJ.

Joan held a fulfilling career as a bank teller until her retirement, after which she dedicated herself to caring for her three cherished grandchildren. Her family and faith were of utmost importance to her. A devout Catholic, she was a member of the Church of the Assumption, attending mass regularly with her sister, Patricia Braden, and loved ones. Being surrounded by family brought Joan immense joy, and her closeness to her grandchildren was an integral part of her happiness. She cherished her routines with each grandchild, whether it was impromptu lunches, shopping trips, or pedicures. Joan was most well-known for her iconic sayings, her passion for laundry, and her love for scratch-off tickets and penny slots.

Joan is survived by her loving sister, Patricia (Teshie) Braden, her beloved daughter, Patricia Budres, and her husband, Michael Budres, along with their three children, Jennifer, Michael, and Christopher Budres.

Family and friends are invited to pay their respects at Becker Funeral Home, 219 Kinderkamack Rd., Westwood, NJ on Wednesday, October 18th, from 1-3 PM and 6-8 PM. A Mass celebrating Joan's life and faith will be held at the Church of the Assumption on Thursday, October 19th at 10 AM.