Joan Kay Byam Obituary
The passing of Joan Kay Byam (Albany, New York) leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul who departed on July 10, 2025 at the age of 85. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
In the echoes of fond remembrance, may a sense of peace be found, knowing that the memories held dear will continue to shape and inspire her loved ones, keeping Joan Kay's spirit alive in the hearts and actions of family and friends alike. While her presence may be gone, her impact lives on in the kindness shown to others and the joy found in the ordinary moments of life.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Howard S. Byam and Beulah J. Briggs Byam; and her friend Nancy Williams. She is survived by: her sisters, Carol L. Rice and Diane R. McConnelee (Paul); and her friend Peter Diem.
A celebration of life will be held on Friday, July 18th 2025 at 11:00 AM at the Calendar Lisha's Kill Reformed Church (2131 Central Ave, Schenectady, NY 12304). Joan's health began declining in 2020, even though she did not get Covid until recently.
Memorial donations in Joan's honor may be made to LKRC, or Schenectady City Mission.
