Methuen, MA- Joan M. (Horn) Hapenny Rodrigues, 74, died Monday, December 14th 2009 at the Caritas Holy Family Hospital surrounded by the ones who loved her most.
Born on September 28, 1935 in Lawrence, Joan was the daughter of William T. and Genevieve (Connors) Horn. She graduated from Dracut High School and upon graduation started working at various companies such as, Wang, Astro Circuits and Raytheon as an inspector of electronics, before retiring at the age of 63.
Joan was an avid Patriots and Red Sox Fan and a lover of all animals, especially her 3 Labrador Retrievers.
She will be deeply missed but remembered in the hearts of all she loved. Survivors include her beloved companion of 36 years, Ward Tucker of Methuen, her 4 children, Darlene Divoll and her husband Jeff of Sandown, NH, James Hapenny Jr. and his wife Kim of Tyngsboro, Tammy Kirby and her husband Kevin of Essex, and Mark Hapenny and his wife Cheryl of Methuen, as well as 7 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren. She is also survived by her former husband, James Hapenny.
ARRANGEMENTS: Arrangements are private at the family’s request. As an expression of sympathy those who wish may make donations in Joan’s name to the MSPCA at Nevins Farm 400 Broadway Route 28 Methuen, MA 01844. Arrangements are under the direction of the Kenneth H. Pollard Funeral Home 233 Lawrence ST. Methuen. For any questions and to leave an online condolence please visit www.pollardfuneralhome.com