Joan Polselli Obituary

With sadness, we share the passing of Joan Polselli of Allston, Massachusetts. Joan, born on September 14, 1948, passed away on June 4, 2026. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

Family, friends, and acquaintances remember Joan for her warmth, thoughtfulness, and the moments shared together. While she will be deeply missed, the influence she had on the lives around her remains. Loved ones will reflect on the time spent together. Joan’s memory will live on in the hearts of friends and family, a lasting reminder of the connections and experiences she brought to the world.

She was predeceased by: her siblings, Richard W., Barbara A. and Donna L. Polselli. She is survived by: her nieces, Karen Madruga (Mark Ruane) of West Newton, MA, Deborah Polselli-Mangiofico of Tampa, FL and Cheryl Madruga (Shawn Newman) of Revere, MA; her nephew Richard Anthony Polselli (Misti); and her great-nephew Dominick.

In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to Dana Farber Cancer Institute in Boston, MA and/or the Northeast Animal Shelter in Salem, MA.