JoAnn Teresa Dennis's obituary , Passed away on March 31, 2026 in San Diego, California

JoAnn Teresa Dennis

April 30, 1941 - March 31, 2026 (84 years old)

San Diego, California

JoAnn Teresa Dennis's obituary , Passed away on March 31, 2026 in San Diego, California

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Poway-Bernardo Mortuary

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JoAnn Teresa Dennis

April 30, 1941 - March 31, 2026 (84 years old)

San Diego, California

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JoAnn Teresa Dennis Obituary

The world bids farewell to JoAnn Teresa Dennis of San Diego, California, departing on March 31, 2026 at the age of 84. JoAnn leaves behind memories cherished by the community. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

In the sacred silence of farewell, JoAnn is released into the embrace of eternity, knowing that her light will continue to shine brightly in the tapestry of the lives of her loved ones. And as her memory is carried forward, may comfort be found in the knowledge that love is eternal, and that JoAnn's spirit lives on in the beauty that surrounds us.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Anthony Montefusco and Angeline Montefusco; and her husband Ron. She is survived by: her children, Diana of San Diego, CA and Paul (Lisa) of San Diego, CA; her grandchildren, Catherine Niznik (Jack) of San Diego, CA and Joseph Sisson of San Diego, CA; and her brothers, Anthony Montefusco III (Pat) of Peoria, IL and Allan Montefusco (Jo) of Cottonwood, AZ..

In lieu of flowers, the family requests Masses be offered for JoAnn or donations be made to St. Joseph's Indian School in her memory. Donations may be made online at https://give.stjo.org.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Poway-Bernardo Mortuary



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April 12, 2026

Jo and Allan Montefusco lit a candle

“There is a tender touch of the Lord given to us in our times of loss. It’s a touch that wipes away tears and comforts our sorrows. It’s a healing touch by his Spirit that gently draws us under the shelter of his wings….(Roy Lessin). We will miss JoAnn very much. The reason we moved here to Az is because of your Mom and Dad…We have many wonderful memories of our times to gather. Thoughts and prayers to all the family……Jo and Allan Montefusco”


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Funeral Mass

San Rafael Parish
17252 Bernardo Center Dr, San Diego, CA 92128

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Apr 13

Committal service

Dearborn Memorial Park
14361 Tierra Bonita Rd, Poway, CA 92064

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