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Wednesday, July 29, 2020
Matthew Funeral Home And Cremation Services, Inc.
2508 Victory Blvd.
Staten Island, New York, United States
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30
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Mass
10:30 am
Thursday, July 30, 2020
Our Lady Of Pity RC Church
1616 Richmond Ave
Staten Island, New York, United States
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12:00 pm
Thursday, July 30, 2020
Rosehill Crematory
US Highway 1
Linden, New Jersey, United States
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Mila arama posted a condolence
Friday, March 4, 2022
Dr Graziano treated my son 10 years ago and it changed our lives forever. She was kind, gentle and patient and it made all the difference in his care. I will never forget her demeanor and kindness, she will be truly missed on this earth.
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Deborah Holloway/Tiffany Rampaul lit a candle
Wednesday, August 4, 2021
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This Woman cared for my daughter Tiffany Rampaul as if she were her own. She diagnosed Tiffany at the age of 7 with Acute Lymphoblastic Luekemia. She took the time to explain every detail to not only me, but to Tiffany so that we always knew what to expect. Tiffany was so well read in her illness she was able to tell the Staff what was appropriate and what wasn’t. I was lost as a single Mom and Dr. Joan was alway there for me, for us.. I am so very hurt by her passing and I know for a fact that that Angel got her Wings and will ever be in the Presence of her Eternal Father, God!!! WELL DONE, GOOD AND FAITHFUL SERVANT, TAKE YOUR REST!!!
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Alexandria lit a candle
Wednesday, May 12, 2021
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Dr. Graziano was such an amazing doctor. She went to high school with my father and she turned out to be my brother’s doctor. She was such a sweet woman and a hard worker. She will be greatly missed.
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Stephanie Rivera posted a condolence
Thursday, May 6, 2021
I’m very hurt and sorry to hear about Dr Graziano passing. She was a brilliant doctor and myself and my children with von Willebrand disease. Many years of not knowing what was wrong with me she met me for only a one day and diagnosed me and basically save my life. I appreciate her memory and her positive energy always miss you rest in peace.
Valarie Merillo lit a candle
Tuesday, November 3, 2020
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I am so sorry to hear this. Dr Graziano was a wonderful Dr. & my grandchildren Loved her. She would always let them pick from the toy box & Always greeted us with smiles. My God wrap his loving arms around her family during this time & guide them in faith that Heaven needed another Angel.
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Bella Adusei lit a candle
Monday, September 7, 2020
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Dr. Graziano was my daughter Caroline’s doctor and she saved her life. She’s compassionate and always made sure Caroline was heard. My condolences to her family especially her daughter. My heart is broken.
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Elizabeth Darcy MD posted a condolence
Sunday, August 16, 2020
Dr Graziano was the most knowledgeable person on
ALL subjects and was always willing to listen and advise. She was so dedicated and so humble.... truly a servant of her fellow man of every walk of life, race and religion. She cared for everyone and was an amazing role model as a doctor and as a Christian. And she was superhuman because she could work for 14 hours in stiletto heels! (Hopefully that memory puts a small smile on anyone reading this.) Her death is such a loss to our medical community and also to our family of doctors and nurses and staff who adored her as well as her patients who she dedicated her life to. She will be deeply missed and always remembered.
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Cathy lit a candle
Saturday, August 15, 2020
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Joan you will be missed but never forgotten. You took great care of my sons. You were family to us. I will keep the memories of us going to Disney. You always said my sons will be ok. With your dedication n never giving up we got him through tough times. We met through Doreen. Watch over Jordonna n your family. Rest easy my friend. Love you. Words can not express how much love you have shown us having you in our lives.
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Pam Ludwick posted a condolence
Friday, August 14, 2020
I am so sorry to hear of Dr. Graziano's passing. She was my son's doctor for 18 years. She was a wonderful, caring doctor who took good care of my son. I pray for peace for her daughter ad the rest of her family.
Bianca Cirillo posted a symbolic gesture
Sunday, August 2, 2020
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So sad to hear of Joan's passing. Too young....I hope her daughter, her sister and all those who loved her can find comfort in their precious memories. I only knew her as a sweet, young girl. May she rest in peace♡
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Bisola Adeyemi Posted Aug 7, 2020 at 12:38 PM
You will never be forgotten, you took on to my baby from birth, you told me, that she’s SS without crisis. Your initiative for her to transfused every 3wks has tremendously paid off. I love you Joan. You listened to my family, helped me , to let my job, know that I can not be fired, over taking days out to cater to her medical needs. My daughter, just made you her first Mother’s Day card. I know God, will strengthen and uphold her daughter and the rest of the family she left behind. Amen.
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Maria A Knemoller lit a candle
Thursday, July 30, 2020
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For my gentle high school friend
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Maria Costa-Knemoller posted a condolence
Thursday, July 30, 2020
I am so sorry to hear about Joan. We were friends at St. Joseph By The Sea High School. I will remember her as a very kind, sweet person. May she rest in peace.
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Nancy Keane lit a candle
Wednesday, July 29, 2020
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Rest in peace Dr. JOAN. You were a wonderful women, friend and boss. We shared many laughs and wonderful conversations that I will cherish. Keep looking after Jordana and your family. You are an angel. Love Nancy K
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Tinapuga0@aol.com posted a condolence
Wednesday, July 29, 2020
/ Dr Joan you will be missed I only knew you for two years that I worked for you your kindness and caring nature will always be remembered. Tina puga
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Wednesday, July 29, 2020
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Dr. Graziano was a brilliant physician, and great teacher. I have learned so much from her during my three year pediatric residency training at RUMC (2011-2014). I can't remember how many times that I called her at the middle of nights, and asked how to handle hematology pts. The lessons I learned from her have guided me to my daily practice. I love you, Dr. Graziano! You will be missed dearly. Xiaoyan Wu, Associate Professor of Pediatric Nephrology, University at Buffalo
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Frances Grisafi posted a condolence
Wednesday, July 29, 2020
Sad to hear of her passing. I went to grade school with Joan at P.S. 22 . I remember her being a very nice person.
May she rest in peace.
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Marina Corpus lit a candle
Tuesday, July 28, 2020
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You may be gone but never forgotten. You have helped so many people in the medical community with your expertise in your field.
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Michael Vuotto and Stephen Ryan-Vuotto lit a candle
Tuesday, July 28, 2020
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Joan was a very special person. Her generosity was boundless and her love for all around her was endless. Whether it was for her parents, her sister, her daughter, her nephews, her family, or all the loving children she helped and the parents she reassured, her love and understanding always went beyond our expectations. Joan, for the person you were here, we all know the rewards awaiting you in paradise will exceed your expectations. Heaven has received a true angel!
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Melody Nieves lit a candle
Tuesday, July 28, 2020
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My heart is heavy upon hearing that our dear Dr Graziano has passed on.
Dr. Graziano treated both my daughter Natalie and my son Justin during their cancer battles. Unfortunately Natalie lost her battle but throughout the nightmare Dr. Joan was always there, she was patient, kind, generous, funny she was everything to us. Many years later when Justin was diagnosed it was Dr. Joan again that we turned to for guidance thru the difficult journey. Our family has many memories of this great woman and we will always be grateful for her being there thru our difficult times. To the family I offer my sincerest condolences during this difficult time. We as you will miss her terribly!
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Tuesday, July 28, 2020
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Diane Simon lit a candle
Monday, July 27, 2020
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Joan was my son s dr and she saved his life at 21 months old. She was a kind person. Justin is now 23 and goes to the College of Staten Island.She took his high risk case and saved him. She also explained to me and was glad I understood . I would often see her at the local supermarket we d talk. She was teaching at College of Staten Island . I was dropping off one of my sons when I saw her last. She was happy and excited to be teaching . Always a kind word and smile.I am so sad that she is gone . To her daughter and family know you are in my prayers . She also went to my high school but I was a year behind so we didnt meet there but she was friends with one of my friends. I wished we had met back then. I will miss her . Her life impacted mine so much. I think of her as a dear friend.
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Anne O'Brien posted a condolence
Sunday, July 26, 2020
We were friends for over 40 years. We met at St. Joseph by the Sea High school. We kept in contact while going to different colleges. While she was in med school, we talked on the weekends. Joan loved working with kids. I remember going to the Christmas parties for the kids and helping out. She always had a smile for them. You will be missed .
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sara truglio lit a candle
Sunday, July 26, 2020
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Rest in peace Joan. You were the epitome of a dedicated loving mother to Jordana and to your many patients.
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Kathy Boody posted a condolence
Saturday, July 25, 2020
My deepest sympathy to her loved ones.
My fondest memory of her was the day she learned about her adoption being approved. She always glowed when she shared anything related to her daughter.
She will be dearly missed by the community.
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Saturday, July 25, 2020
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Dr Joan saved my sons life. Amazing doctor and friend. We have an angel watching over all of us. RIP will miss you terribly.
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Lisa lit a candle
Saturday, July 25, 2020
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Thank you Dr Joan. What a blessing to know you. You took such good care of Kevin. Gone much too soon. RIP. Lisa jaffe
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Taryn Barshatzky Rivera lit a candle
Saturday, July 25, 2020
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She was an amazing doctor. She saved my life and I am forever grateful. May she Rest In Peace. Thank you Dr. Graz.
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Lochana Perera posted a symbolic gesture
Saturday, July 25, 2020
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Joyce Calabrese lit a candle
Friday, July 24, 2020
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Rest in sweetest peace Joan —-your angel wings are flying high
You were an amazing doctor and always gave 100 percent,you took care of my nephew Kevin and he will never forget you.I remember you so many years ago but cannot forget ur smile—rest easy,,,joyce
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Phyllis Magliocco lit a candle
Friday, July 24, 2020
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May your kind soul rest in peace, Joan. Watch over us!
Angelina Pecci posted a condolence
Friday, July 24, 2020
No words can express the loss that my family feels in Joanies passing. Joanie was my first friend on SI. We moved into our homes just a few weeks apart. In playing outside we grew to become best friends, we told each other our secrets, our dreams, and shared in each others love and sadness. She was and always will be my "sister", as family.is not always blood but those that we chose for ourselves. I will always remember our trips to Coney Island, to Bulgaria to bring home her loving daughter (her heart and soul), the pagents we took our girls to, our holidays spent together, all of it. Joanie was my maid of honor, Godmother to my children, and an all around wonderful friend. In good times and bad we were always there for each other, for over 50 years we counted on each other. Now my sister has been called home to rest and can be with her parents again. I know she will be in Heaven yet it was just too soon. As much as she was there for us, there were countless lives that Joanie saved and touched, in my heart I know she will be missed by many. Rest in peace my dearest friend, I will keep you in my heart and always love you.
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Meagan Calabrese (Rood) lit a candle
Friday, July 24, 2020
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I wouldn’t be alive today if it weren’t for Dr. Joan. When I was diagnosed at 17, fresh out of high school, I was terrified - and because of her I made it through the worst 2 years of my life. She was the one who taught me to never say “I can’t” because she knew before I did that I could, and I did. She was at my wedding 11 years ago because she became a person I loved and held close to my heart so dearly. A day that I was afraid I wouldn’t have lived to see but because of her, I did. I owe the past 19 years of my life to her. And to think I’ll never hear her heels clipping down the hallway again when I go for my bloodwork kills me. I’ll miss you forever, Dr. Joan.
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I met Joan when at my sister’s Halloween party. At the time Dawn was a Junior at St. Joseph by the Sea, and she had invited Doreen to the party. Doreen asked if she could bring her sister Joan. She explained Joan was an accelerated student and was going to be coming to Sea, and wanted her to know people so she wouldn’t be nervous starting a new school. Doreen explained her sister was “shy”. Well, here I am standing tall at 4’11” in my witch costume talking to Donna Carlson, and in walks....... Wonder Woman!! Crown, bracelets high heeled boots and it wasn’t a Wonder Woman skirt, it was the actual strapless Wonder Woman body suit! And in her boots, she towered over me...... my first thought was..... “this is the shy girl? I had just turned 14 the month before, Joan was 13 and we were both Freshmen at Sea. I didn’t know I was meeting my best friend. That October night, Joan walked in to our Halloween party, and into our lives! Joanie and I have been best friends ever since. We have been in each other’s lives for 42 years! Some marriages don’t last that long! Joan and I have shared laughter, tears, heart aches...... we were together smiling and laughing at the most joyful moments in each other’s lives....... and crying, holding each when we thought life couldn’t get any worse! Joan was the first person I called when something wonderful happened, and the first person I needed to cry with when my heart was breaking. Joan always knew what to say to make me laugh, when laughing was the last thing I wanted or expected to do. My best friend truly was a “wonder woman” and I loved her dearly. My heart is broken once again........ and for the first time in my life, I can’t call my best friend
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Jeannine Moller lit a candle
Friday, July 24, 2020
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Rest In Peace Dr. Graziano. Our thoughts and prayers are with your daughter, sister and family. You were a caring, knowledgeable and fabulous doctor who will be greatly missed. Love, The Möller Family (Russell, Jeannine, Christopher & Rebecca)
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Dawn Piscopo lit a candle
Friday, July 24, 2020
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Words cannot express how deeply saddened we are of learning of Joan's passing. She was on earth and now will be in Heaven a beautiful and caring soul. All our memories of Joan bring smiles to our faces. Our deepest condolances to her daughter, sister and all of her family. She will be looking down from Heaven and watching over you always. We love you Joan. Rest in the peace of the arms of Jesus. Love, The Piscopo Family
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Arlene Coyle lit a candle
Friday, July 24, 2020
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Alice n Sal Fiumefreddo lit a candle
Friday, July 24, 2020
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My family is forever grateful to have known you. The care you provided all these year's for our sons. You always treated us like friends not patients, it meant so much. Joan you will be missed.
Dominic James posted a condolence
Thursday, July 23, 2020
Just heard some heartbreaking news, that has shattered me. Dr. Joan Graziano, the amazing doctor that took such amazing care of me through my cancer journey, has passed away. At this moment, I don’t know what to feel, all I can think about is how I owe my life to her. I have flashbacks of her coming into my hospital room and telling me, “ I am going to take care of you” or in the end when she came dancing into my room, saying “Somebody is in remission”. I am so devastated and heartbroken and I have no words. All I know is that I would not be alive today if it were not for her. I am eternally grateful, for all that she has done for me, when I almost died in the ICU, to me almost dying when I had my seizures. It was she, who stood by me, never ever left my side and told me I would survive. Because of her, I AM a survivor. I owe my life to you, I am going miss you so much. I remember texting her and inviting her to my wedding. I hope where ever you are, you continue to shine and continue to spread your love, compassion and wisdom to all that you are near. It still does not seem real. I will forever cherish your love and compassion when it came to me. You are and will always be, not just my Doctor, but a real friend!
Dominic James posted a condolence
Thursday, July 23, 2020
Just heard some heartbreaking news, that has shattered me. Dr. Joan Graziano, the amazing doctor that took such amazing care of me through my cancer journey, has passed away. At this moment, I don’t know what to feel, all I can think about is how I owe my life to her. I have flashbacks of her coming into my hospital room and telling me, “ I am going to take care of you” or in the end when she came dancing into my room, saying “Somebody is in remission”. I am so devastated and heartbroken and I have no words. All I know is that I would not be alive today if it were not for her. I am eternally grateful, for all that she has done for me, when I almost died in the ICU, to me almost dying when I had my seizures. It was she, who stood by me, never ever left my side and told me I would survive. Because of her, I AM a survivor. I owe my life to you, I am going miss you so much. I remember texting her and inviting her to my wedding. I hope where ever you are, you continue to shine and continue to spread your love, compassion and wisdom to all that you are near. It still does not seem real.I will forever cherish your love and compassion when it came to me. You are and will always be, not just my Doctor, but a real friend!
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Drs. Nirmala and Prasad Vadde lit a candle
Thursday, July 23, 2020
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Joan you are good friend, a loving mother , dedicated passionate physician , a knowledgeable and engaging teacher, our prayers and thoughts are with you and family . You will always be with us ... Drs. Nirmala and Prasad Vadde.
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