Joanna "Gail" Barresi's Obituary
Joanna “Gail” Barresi was a caring wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend. She departed from this world unexpectedly but peacefully on Dec 30, 2021 at the age of 69.
Beloved daughter to the late Joanna and Theodore Schneider Sr., born in St. Clair Shores, MI on Aug 30, 1952. Loving wife of 37 years to Joseph Barresi; adored mother of Christina (Greg) Kimmerer, and Ronald (Rachael) Toupin Jr.; proud Nana of Johey and Dylan (Kimmerer); Jonathon, Rebekah and Benjamin (Toupin); Preceded in death by Joyce Schneider, Sue (Jack) Kingston, and Bonnie Holiday; survived by James (Sally) Schneider, and Theodore (Karen) Schneider Jr.; treasured Aunt to many nieces and nephews.
She went to Lake Shore High School for a period but realized a real sense of accomplishment when she returned to night school as an adult in Wyandotte, MI to obtain her HS diploma. She retired from Troy School District where she enjoyed being a school bus driver.
Joanna’s greatest love was spending time with her children and grandchildren. She found the most joy camping each weekend in the summer where new memories would take bloom, and memories of old would be reminiscence. She enjoyed gardening, traveling, and her many fur babies over the years. Joanna made many life-long friendships and was happiest sitting on her porch chit-chatting with her neighbors and friends.
Funeral service will be held at Hopcroft Funeral Home on Friday, Jan 7, 2022 where the family will privately mourn at 10:00 am. Visitation to the public will be held from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm, followed immediately by a 3:00 pm service.
Hopcroft Funeral Home-Madison Heights
31145 John R. Road
Madison Heights, MI 48071
Telephone: (248) 585-7770
Fax: (248) 585-0117
Toll Free Phone: (888) 271-7770
Email: [email protected]
What’s your fondest memory of Joanna "Gail"?
What’s a lesson you learned from Joanna "Gail"?
Share a story where Joanna "Gail"'s kindness touched your heart.
Describe a day with Joanna "Gail" you’ll never forget.
How did Joanna "Gail" make you smile?