Joann Kolson Obituary

With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Joann Kolson (Aspinwall, Pennsylvania), who passed away on August 24, 2025. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Joann Kolson to pay them a last tribute.

Though her name may fade from the lips of time, the imprint Joann leaves upon the hearts of her loved ones remains eternally vivid — a testament to the depth of her spirit and the richness of her legacy.

She was predeceased by: her mother Genevieve Petrovic (Yorke). She is survived by: her father Jacob E. Petrovic; her husband George Kolson; her daughter Michelene Kolson St (Wayne); her grandson Matthew St. Amand; and her siblings, James Petrovic (Carolyn), Paula Peden (Art) and Rosemary Perrone (Frank). She is also survived by niece and nephews, and her cousins.

In lieu of flowers, we encourage donations to the Little Sisters of the Poor of Pittsburgh, littlesistersofthepoorpittsburgh.org.