Windham, New Hampshire
Joan Marie Messier
1934 — 2023
Sister Joan Marie Messier (formerly Mary Majella Joseph), 89, a Sister of Mercy for 71 years, passed away on November 24, 2023 after a period of declining health. A native of Keene, New Hampshire, she was the daughter of the late Ralph and Arlene (French) Messier. Sister Joan received degrees in elementary education, a B.A. from Mount Saint Mary College in Hooksett, New Hampshire and an M.A. from Keene State College. She was a dedicated teacher and administrator in Catholic schools in New Hampshire, teaching at Holy Trinity in Somersworth; at St. Raphael School, at Our Lady of Perpetual Help School, at St. Patrick School, and at St. Joseph Junior High School in Manchester; at St. Patrick...