Joan M. Queeney

Joan M. Queeney, 90, of Gloversville, passed away November 5, 2026. She was born April 28, 1936 in Gloversville, the daughter of Henry and Ruth Juedes.

Joan lived a full life marked by her love of the arts, her dedication to her faith, and the deep friendships she cultivated over the years. She was a proud member of the Edelweiss committee in the Concordia Club and a devoted member of the Rosary Society at the former Sacred Heart Church in Gloversville, where her faith and fellowship were a cornerstone of her life.

Joan was exceptionally gifted with her hands and loved all handicrafts, including knitting, crochet, and sewing. A dedicated artisan, she quilted for many years with the quilting guild in the Town of Glen, always taking immense pride and joy in her trusted Pfaff sewing machine. Her creative talents also extended to ceramics; she ran a studio in her home called The Pouring Pot, where she lovingly held classes and shared her passion with others in the community.

Animals held a special place in Joan’s heart, particularly her beloved Pomeranians, of which she had many loyal companions over the years. She also had an adventurous spirit and thoroughly enjoyed traveling overseas with family and friends, embracing new sights and cultures.

Above all else, Joan’s greatest pride and joy was her family. She always hosted Sunday night dinner, it was an important time for them to all gather and share each other's company. Known affectionately as "Gigi" to all her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, her home was always filled with love, laughter, and the warmth of her presence. She will be dearly missed and forever remembered in the hearts of all who knew and loved her.

Joan is survived by her daughters Lisa Queeney-Vadney and Linda Eberle (Dwayne); grandchildren Matthew Hallenbeck, Meghan Retersdorf (Brian), Catey Sydow (Sam), Abigail Hill (Jason) and Alexandra Queeney; and her great-grandchildren Charlotte, Henry, Noah, Lochlan, Margot Joan, and Holden.

She was predeceased by her parents, Henry and Ruth Juedes; her beloved husband Edwin L. Queeney, Jr., whom she married on June 8, 1957; and her son Edwin L. Queeney, III.

The family will receive relatives and friends from 10:00AM to 11:00AM Friday November 20, 2026 at Betz, Rossi, Bellinger & Stewart Family Funeral Homes 51 Fremont St, Gloversville where a Funeral Service will follow at 11:00AM. Burial will follow in Ferndale Cemetery, Johnstown.

Memorial contributions may be made in lieu of flowers to the Brennan Humane Society 437 Nine Mile Tree Road Gloversville, NY 12078.