Geneseo: At age 80, Joanne passed peacefully on May 31, 2020 in Warsaw, NY. She was born on April 29, 1940 in Warsaw, NY to the late James E. and Thelma L. (Goldthwait) Ferrell. Joanne graduated from Perry High School in 1958. She married Wayne G. Semmel on November 7, 1959. Joanne retired from Livingston County Counseling Services as the Administrative Officer in May 2002.
I have fought a good fight, I have finished (my) course, I have kept my faith
2 Timothy 4:7.
Predeceased by son Roger Semmel on April 25, 2020. Survived by her husband of 60 years, Wayne G. Semmel, son Robert (Lisa) of Leicester; daughter-in-law Cynthia of Livonia; grandchildren, James (Amanda), Joseph (Megan), Erica and Brandon; brother William (Brenda) Ferrell Sr., sister-in-law Sis Taft, brother-in-law Butch (Alice) Semmel, sister-in-law Joyce Semmel and many nieces and nephews.
A Graveside Service will be held in the future at Union Cemetery, Livonia, NY. Memorial contributions may be made in Joanne’s memory to the Geneseo Ambulance, 133 Center Street, Geneseo, NY 14454. To send a condolence or share a memory please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com
I am so sorry for your loss. Joann was a wonderful woman , very compassionate and understanding. We always had wonderful conversation whenever we saw each other over the years.
So very sorry for your loss. You are all in our thoughts
So very sorry for your loss. You are all in our thoughts
My deepest sympathy to Wayne and the family on Joann’s death. I knew Joann for several years when we were swimming at PT. She was a very kind and sweet lady who enjoyed having a few laughs over things when we did our lunch times. I will miss her more than you can imagine. She loved her children and grandchildren and was so proud of her whole family. May God guide you all at this difficult time.
So sorry for your loss.
Wayne and Rob, so sorry for your loss. Joanne, was a wonderful person.
Wayne & family so sorry for your loss, prayers. Dennis Staley
Wayne & Robbie and Family,
Our heart breaks for you. Our deepest sympathy. Sending love and hugs.
Wayne and Family I am so sorry for your loss. You sure have had your time this year. Chris and I are thinking of you all. Good Bless you all. Clay and Chris Taft
So sorry to hear of Joanne’s passing. She was a classmate of my husband,Ray. She was quite a lady.
This breaks my heart! I’m so sorry Wayne! Hugs!
I worked with Joanne when she was up at Counseling Services. She always had a smile, a kind word, and yet worked hard to keep everything running up at that office. She was a special person who will be missed. Our condolences to the family.
(I never knew Rob was Joanne’s son. Small world!)
My deepest sympathy and prayers for Rob and the rest of the family…
Rob and Lisa,
We r so sorry to learn of the two recent losses you have endured. We hope and pray you are surounded by loved ones in these trying times.
John and Sue
Wayne, Rob and family my condolences to you all on the passing of Joann. Joann was a wonderful person. My God guide you through this difficult time.