We bid farewell to Joan A. Ruggiero of Plaistow, New Hampshire, born in Medford, Massachusetts, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on April 15, 2024 at the age of 82. Joan 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 Joan A. Ruggiero to pay them a last tribute.

In the sacred silence of farewell, we release Joan into the embrace of eternity, knowing that her light will continue to shine brightly in the tapestry of our lives. And as we carry her memory forward, may we find comfort in the knowledge that love is eternal, and that Joan's spirit lives on in the beauty that surrounds us.

She was predeceased by : her parents, Andrew Miara and Josephine Miara (Bernat); and her brother Richard Miara. She is survived by : her brother James Miara; her sister-in-law Christine Miara of Concord, MA; and her stepsiblings, Ruth Kunyz (Peter) of Londonderry, NH and Rev. Stephen Herbert (England) of Birmingham. She is also survived by numerous nephews, nieces, grand nephews and grandnieces.

A celebration of life was held on Tuesday, April 23rd 2024 at 10:00 AM at the St. Christopher's Episcopal Church (187 East Rd, Hampstead, NH 03841). A burial was held on Tuesday, April 23rd 2024 at 1:30 PM at the Oak Grove Cemetery (230 Playstead Rd, Medford, MA 02155).

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Joan's name to St. Christopher's Episcopal Church, 187 East Rd., Hampstead, NH, 03841.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Brookside Chapel & Funeral Home