Joan Sylvia Webster Alden Obituary
We announce the death of Joan Sylvia Webster Alden of Sarasota, Florida, who passed away on September 20, 2026, at the age of 88. Joan will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
Joan will be remembered for the impact she had on the lives of those around her. Friends, family, and colleagues will cherish their memories and the time shared. Those who knew Joan will remember moments of kindness, warmth, and presence. Though words cannot fully capture her life, the legacy of connections and experiences remains. Joan’s absence will be deeply felt by those who valued her companionship.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Albert Alva Webster and Virginia Lennie Lewis Webster; her brother Charles Webster; and her son Martin David Alden II. She is survived by: her husband Martin Alden; her daughters, Marlene Lancaster (Alex) and Holly Waggoner (Scott); and her sister Judy McDonald. She is also survived by six grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.
Visitation was held on Sunday, September 27th 2026 from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM at the Toale Brothers Funeral Home & Crematory, Colonial Chapel (40 N Orange Ave, Sarasota, FL 34236). A celebration of life was held on Monday, September 28th 2026 at 10:00 AM at the First United Methodist Church of Sarasota (104 S Pineapple Ave, Sarasota, FL 34236). A graveside service was held on Monday, September 28th 2026 at the Palms Memorial Park (170 Honore Ave, Sarasota, FL 34232).
