Joan A. Heffernan Obituary
We bid farewell to Joan A. Heffernan of Albany, New York, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on May 13, 2026 at the age of 94. 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. Heffernan to pay them a last tribute.
Though Joan has departed this earthly realm, her legacy endures — a legacy of love that will continue to illuminate the lives of family and friends in the darkest of hours. May her spirit soar on wings of eternal peace, forever cherished in the tender embrace of memory.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Philip Gadoua and Beatrice Gadoua; and her husband Jack (Jack). She is survived by: her children, John (Joy), Gary and Kathyann; and her granddaughters, Jenny (Chris) and Julia. She is also survived by nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be held on Sunday, May 17th 2026 from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM at the Please Enter the Funeral Home (208 N Allen St, Albany, NY 12206). A funeral Mass will be held on Monday, May 18th 2026 at 10:30 AM at the Blessed Sacrament Church (607 Central Ave, Albany, NY 12206).
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Sister Maureen Joyce Center Food Pantry in care of Church of Blessed Sacrament.
