Joan Tomao Obituary
Joan Tomao (Metuchen, New Jersey) passed away on September 7, 2026. Joan, born on January 31, 1943 in Queens, New York, shared life alongside family, friends, and others. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Joan Tomao to show support.
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 husband Edward. She is survived by: her children, Christopher Tomao (Tanya (Robbinsville)), Stephanie Marion (Christopher (Freehold)) and Jessica Johnson (Marik (Princeton)); and her grandchildren, Ryan Tomao, Camryn Tomao, Christian Tomao, Michael Marion and Liam Marion.
Viewing was held on Saturday, September 12th 2026 from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the Costello-Runyon Funeral Home (568 Middlesex Ave, Metuchen, NJ 08840).
