Joan Page

Watson

Joan Page Watson, of Adirondack, New York, passed away on November 3, 2026, at the age of 89.

Born on November 23, 1936, in Binghamton, New York, Joan lived a life marked by curiosity, a love of the outdoors, a sharp mind, and a wonderful appreciation for laughter.  Joan inherited her father's engineering mind, possessing a natural curiosity and a knack for understanding how things worked.  She had a deep appreciation for the natural world, finding joy in gardening, hiking, camping and her support of wildlife conservation efforts.  In her own words, Joan “caught the travel bug” later in life, when she had adventures including rafting through the Grand Canyon, canoeing in the Everglades and exploring Chilean glaciers.  Whether tending her garden, exploring a new trail, or discovering somewhere new, Joan embraced the opportunities life offered.  And she never lost her appreciation for a good laugh.

Above all, Joan was a proud mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother.  She leaves behind her three children: Glenn (wife Sarah Hoger), Sharon, and Bruce (wife Linda).  She was a loving and proud grandmother to eight grandchildren: Katie, Patrick, Craig, Carly, Glenn, Eric, Cristina, and Ian; and two great-grandchildren, Theo and Henry, who brought an additional generation of joy to her family.

Joan will be remembered for her inquisitive mind, her love of nature and adventure, her sense of humor, and the family she cherished.  Her presence will be deeply missed, but the memories she created and the love she shared will live on through the generations of her family.

A Celebration of Life will be held in Spring 2027.  Details will be announced at a later date.  Donations in her memory may be made to the following organizations that Joan valued and supported: 

Adirondack Community Outreach Center PO Box 201 North Creek, NY 12853,

Adirondack Center for Loon Conservation 75 Main St Saranac Lake, NY 12983 https://acflc.givecloud.co/fundraising/forms/PGD9N3E4, or

 East Shore Schroon Lake Association (ESSLA) PO Box 206 Adirondack, NY 12808