Joan M. Cauvel

Joan M. Cauvel, 93, of Fullerton Road, Derrick City, passed away Friday, February 5  2021, at her residence, surrounded by her family.

Born on December 23, 1927, in Angelica, NY, she was a daughter of the late Louis Albert and Beulah Annetta (Norton) McHenry. She graduated from Olean High School in 1947.

On February 3, 1951 in Knapp Creek, she married Lawrence C. Cauvel Jr., who preceded her in death on June 28, 2019. 

Joan was employed for 42 years at Olean Wholesale co-op, she retired from the Human Resources Department as the Executive Secretary.

She enjoyed hosting get togethers, family reunions, and parties. Her hobbies included crocheting, reading, cross-stitch, and baking pies.

Joan was a member of the Knapp Creek United Methodist Church for 70 years. She led Sunday School and Youth Groups, and was a den mother for Boy Scouts. After retirement, she volunteered at the American Cancer Society office in Bradford. She was a member of the Landmark Society and Genealogy Club, Duke Center Lions Club and Christian Women's Association.

Surviving are two sons, Bruce E. (Robin) Cauvel, of Derrick City, Gary (Julie) Cauvel, of Marshburg, five grandchildren, Kelley (Brian) Clark, Laura (Patrick) Hickey McCartney, Melissa (Jacob) Canaan, Matthew  Cauvel, Michelle (Steven) Cavagnaro, one sister, Mary Beth (John) Habbersaw, of Rochester, NY and one brother, David B. (Sherry) McHenry, of Rochester NY, and several nieces and nephews.

She is preceded in death by her parents, husband Lawrence of 68 years, one sister, Judith Conner, and one brother, James McHenry.

Friends are invited to livestream the funeral service on Tuesday February 9, 2021, at 11:00 am. The funeral services will be held with Rev. Paula Grucza, Pastor of the White Chapel Balm Charge of the United Methodist Church, officiating. Burial will follow in McKean Memorial Park. To livestream this service go to www.hollenbeckcahill.com, use South Avenue camera. 

Due to Covid Restrictions, visitation and funeral are reserved for immediate family only.

To view a digital photo album, please visit,https://photos.app.goo.gl/abHwrjHwvUR24uDR9

Memorial contributions, if desired, may be made to Knapp Creek United Methodist Church, the American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 22478, Oklahoma City, OK 73123, or the Alzheimer's Foundation, 225 N Michigan Ave., Fl 17., Chicago, IL, 60601.

Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.hollenbeckcahill.com

 

 

 

HOLLENBECK-CAHILL Funeral Home

33 South Avenue • Bradford, PA 16701

All Condolences -

We remember your Mom as an elegant lady...charming and loyal to all. So sorry for your loss.
— John & V-Anne Danielson

I''m so glad I got to know Joan over the last couple of years. She was an extraordinary, kind and classy woman. I''m going to miss her so much. ??
— Sam and Jacquie Richardson

Bruce and Gary - We offer our deepest sympathies to you and your families at this time.
— David and Isabel Shaffer

Your gentle loving spirit will be missed. We love you. Condolences to all that loved her. Wish we could be there in person.
— Marcy Beth and Ernie Owens

Your gentle loving spirit will be missed. We love you. Condolences to all that loved her. Wish we could be there in person.
— Marcy Beth and Ernie Owens

Joan was truly a great person. She was such a wonderful mentor to me. She will leave a good footprint for all to follow.
— sandra pearl

My thoughts and prayers are with you.
— Cheryl McHenry

My prayers go out to everyone. My you find peace in knowing that she is with our Lord.
— Dawn McHenry McGee

Oh, my dear sister, I miss you so so much already, but I know you are truly happy. I will watch for "signs" of you. Love to all.. Mary Bethxoxo McHenry
— Mary Beth McHenry

To Gary and the entire Cauvel family. The members of The Clark and Dresser-Rand Office Retirees offer our deepest sympathies for your loss. You all are in our thoughts and prayers.
— Clark &,D-R Retirees

I want to thank you Joan for the many blessings we shared, and for being such a good friend. Rest in peace, we love you.
— James Moore

So sorry for your loss.
— Tina Kindt

My thoughts and prayers are with you
— mary Bishop ( mary ellen)

Thoughts and prayers are sent to all! Your mom was a great lady!
— Connie Shaffer Kossack

Maureen and I want to wish our condolences to Bruce and his family. Very sorry for your loss.
— JOHN AND MAUREEN WATSON

Condolences

  • We remember your Mom as an elegant lady...charming and loyal to all. So sorry for your loss.

    — John & V-Anne Danielson
  • I''m so glad I got to know Joan over the last couple of years. She was an extraordinary, kind and classy woman. I''m going to miss her so much. ??

    — Sam and Jacquie Richardson
  • Bruce and Gary - We offer our deepest sympathies to you and your families at this time.

    — David and Isabel Shaffer
  • Your gentle loving spirit will be missed. We love you. Condolences to all that loved her. Wish we could be there in person.

    — Marcy Beth and Ernie Owens
  • Your gentle loving spirit will be missed. We love you. Condolences to all that loved her. Wish we could be there in person.

    — Marcy Beth and Ernie Owens