JoAnne Tewksbury Obituary

JoAnne Tewksbury

November 8, 1933 - June 17, 2026

JoAnne Tewksbury Obituary

JoAnne (Josie) LeBaron Tewksbury, 92, of Endicott passed away into Eternity to be with God and be reunited with her beloved Jerry, her husband of 62 years. Jerry passed on July 9th, 2020. They were married July 12, 1958.


Josie was born on November 8, 1933 in Endicott to the late Theodore W. and Jeanette (Parmelee) LeBaron and the sister of the late Theodore P. and Cleo LeBaron. Her brothers- in- law, Mahlon (Eloise) Tewksbury and Lynn (Nancy) Tewksbury have predeceased her.


She is survived by her loving family; Son, Andy Tewksbury and Daughter, Amy Klock both of Endicott. Grandson, Ken Casey, Granddaughter, Pastor Alisyn Klock and her husband Brendan Fox. Her great- grandson Brody Gerald Casey. Mom was looking forward to a new great grandchild expected in October. Also, several nieces and nephews and cousins.


Also survived by special friends, Donna and Norman Bidwell and family, Judy Mooney, Joan Kollar, Kelli Pavlovich and Kathy Stout and also many other cherished friends.


She was employed at Endicott Trust Bank (now M&T) in the late 1950s and early 1960's, Union Hardward Store in Endicott and The Corner Drug Store for 25 years.


A 90 plus years being a member of Central United Methodist Church of Endicott.


Family was everything to mom. She always supported and was interested in all the events and accomplishments of her children, grandchildren and great grandson. She even attended her great grandson Brody's baseball game about a month ago with such a proud look on her face.


Mom was always ready to listen to any concerns and problems if any of her family and friends needed her to listen. Always provided the right words of comfort. Very generous when it came to buying a gift for someone for any occasion.


Mom loved to camp and traveled to many places. Lancaster PA being one of her favorites. Mom and Dad traveled with family, especially her grandchildren and special friends over the years.


Going out for breakfast or just a cup of coffee, watching the Yankees Baseball games, going for car rides and playing cards brought such joy to her. Her many cats over the years brought special joy to her. In recent years, Trips to Tioga downs with her son Andy, she always looked forwarded to. Recently, McDonald's Mocha flavored Frappes became her favorite treat.


A Funeral Service will be held on Tuesday, June, 23, 2026 at Central United Methodist Church 17 Nanticoke Ave Endicott NY 13760 at 11am with Calling Hours starting at 10am until time of service at 11am. Burial will be at the family's convenience at Riverside Cemetery in Endicott.


Memorial Donations may be made to the Lukens/Jackson Camps at Sky Lake and checks may be mailed to Central United Methodist Church.


The family wishes to thank the EPD, Town of Union Ambulance Squad and the Emergency Room Staff at Wilson Hospital for their professional and compassionate care provided to our mom.


We love you always mom/gram. RIP with Dad!

JoAnne (Josie) LeBaron Tewksbury, 92, of Endicott passed away into Eternity to be with God and be reunited with her beloved Jerry, her husband of 62 years. Jerry passed on July 9th, 2020. They were married July 12, 1958.


Josie was born on November 8, 1933 in Endicott to the late Theodore W. and Jeanette (Parmelee) LeBaron and th

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