Joanna Garmella Obituary

We bid farewell to Joanna Garmella of Stratford, Connecticut, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on February 1, 2026 at the age of 82. Joanna touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Joanna Garmella to pay them a last tribute.

As Joanna departs from our midst, her spirit ascends to join the cosmic dance of stars, a shimmering constellation of memories that will forever grace the night sky of the hearts of those who loved Joanna. Though Joanna may no longer walk beside us, her legacy lives on — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of time and space.

She was predeceased by: her brother Stephen Gerak. She is survived by: her husband Anthony R. Garmella; and her parents, Stephen and Anna Eichler Gerak. She is also survived by her sisters-in-law, niece, three nephews and several cousins.