Joan L. Boldt Obituary
We announce the death of Joan L. Boldt of Massapequa, New York, who passed away on October 13, 2026, at the age of 91. Joan will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Joan L. Boldt to pay them a last tribute.
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 parents, Ferdinand Massa and Adeleine Graziano; and her fiancé William Koepke. She is survived by: her children, Susan Merz (George) and Fred Boldt (Marina); her grandchildren, Amanda Brooke Boldt and Nicholas Merz; and her sisters, Laura Seebach and Elena Maciorowski.
Visitation was held on Sunday, October 18th 2026 from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM and from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the James Funeral Home (540 Broadway, Massapequa, NY 11758). A funeral Mass was held on Monday, October 19th 2026 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the Our Lady of Lourdes (855 Carmans Rd, Massapequa Park, NY 11762). An entombment was held on Monday, October 19th 2026 from 12:30 PM to 1:00 PM at the Pinelawn Memorial Park (2030 Wellwood Ave, Farmingdale, NY 11735).
