JoAnn McDermott Obituary
We announce the death of JoAnn McDermott of Osprey, Florida, who passed away on May 13, 2026, at the age of 89. JoAnn will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of JoAnn McDermott to pay them a last tribute.
She was predeceased by: her father Leo T. Kehl; and her grandson John P. March III. She is survived by: her mother Genevieve Esser Kehl; her husband Patrick C. McDermott; her sisters, Virginia Lee Mackesy and JoJean Janus; her sister-in-law Joan Milewski; her children, Jeanette March (Jeffrey), DeAnn Knight (Tim) and Gary McDermott (Jeannie); and her grandchildren, Lauren Knight, Jennifer March, Calvin Knight and Columb Knight. She is also survived by many loving nieces, nephews, cousins, and dear friends.
A Mass was held on Sunday, May 17th 2026 at the Church Door Open (201 S Tuttle Ave, Sarasota, FL 34237). A reception will be held on Friday, November 6th 2026 at 10:30 AM at the Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Church (425 S Tamiami Trail, Osprey, FL 34229).
