Joan M. (Costello) Bedford Obituary

The memory of Joan M. (Costello) Bedford (Lowell, Massachusetts), who passed away on September 10, 2025 at the age of 88, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

As Joan departs from this earthly realm, her essence lingers — a whisper on the wind, a ripple on the water — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of life and death. Though Joan may no longer walk beside us, her spirit lives on in the memories and the legacy Joan leaves behind.

In lieu of flowers, donations in her name may be made to: Special Olympics Massachusetts, 512 Forest St, Marlborough, MA 01752.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
McKenna-Ouellette Funeral Home

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Sep 13

Visitation

McKenna-Ouellette Funeral Home
327 Hildreth St, Lowell, MA 01850

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Sep 13

Mass

St. Michael Church
12 6th St, Lowell, MA 01850

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Sep 13

Burial

St. Joseph Cemetery
96 Riverneck Rd, Chelmsford, MA 01824

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