Joanne F. (Watson) Chapman, 85, of Shrewsbury formerly of Worcester, died Friday, July 21st, surrounded by her loving family. She leaves her husband of 66 years, Robert F. Chapman; three children, Kevin J. Chapman and his wife, Laurel of Paxton, Karen J. Chapman of North Oxford, and Kathy J. Chapman and her wife, Michelle Power of Worcester; a sister, Elizabeth Watson of Newburyport; a sister-in-law Deb Watson of Byfield, three grandchildren, Corey Chapman, Lauren Mulhern and her husband Brian, and Jamie McIntire and her husband Ben; two great grandchildren, Kylie and Kenzie Mulhern; and many nephews and nieces. She is predeceased by her siblings, Kay Martel, Patricia Farraher, Edward Watson, and Richard Watson.

She was born in Georgetown, MA the daughter of Karl and Ora (Jolicoeur) Watson. Joanne was an exceptional wife and mother, always putting her family first. An avid gardener, Joanne’s gardens often attracted many admirers. She loved to cook, bake, decorate, and spend time at the beach. In her younger years, Joanne enjoyed traveling with her husband specifically to Hawaii, Myrtle Beach, and Ogunquit.

Her funeral is Wednesday, July 26th, from O’CONNOR BROTHERS FUNERAL HOME, 592 Park Avenue with a Mass at 10:00 a.m. in Our Lady of the Angels Church, 1222 Main Street, Worcester. Burial will follow in Worcester County Memorial Park, Paxton. Calling hours are Tuesday, July 25th from 4:00 until 7:00 p.m. in the funeral home. In lieu of flowers and memorial contributions, the family requests you celebrate Joanne’s life by treating yourself to your favorite ice cream cone, like she would.