Obituary of Joan R.A. Foley

Joan R.A. Foley, 70, of the Town of Ancram (Columbia County), passed away on October 23, 2016 following a battle with Cancer. Joan was born in Patterson, New Jersey, a daughter of the late Charles and Helen (Leonard) Dougherty. She was the beloved wife of the late Robert D. Foley, Sr. whom she married on March 30, 1963. Joan was the loving mother of Robin, Bobby, Rhonda and Rebecca. Dearest sister of Chucky, Helen, Tommy, David, Richie. Cherished grandmother of Bobbi Joe, Bobby, Ashley, Kirsten, Alisha, April, Zack, Brandon, Taylor, Samantha, Megan, and great-grandmother of Kylie and Peyton. Joan was a great mom, grand ma, great grand ma, overall a great family member and a very dear friend to all. She loved her family and friends and was just a big-hearted special lady. She especially cherished the time and the loved she shared with her great grand kids and grand kids more than life itself. She was a great cook (as all mom’s and grandmother’s are). Everyone especially enjoyed her homemade coleslaw and homemade baked beans. She also enjoyed cruises, visiting casinos and playing bingo with her family. Mom will always be remembered and respected for the love she had for her family and the many sacrifices she made each year for her kids. A memorial gathering will take place on Saturday, October 29th between the hours of 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Joan’s brother’s house (the Dougherty Residence) 83 Rothvoss Rd, Ancramdale NY. 12503. If you wish to send flowers to the Dougherty Residence please do so by Friday at the address provided above. In lieu of flowers, donations may also be made in Joan’s memory to either a local cancer society or the charity of one’s choice.