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Joan M.
Navarro
Jun 3, 1947 — Oct 26, 2026
Springfield, PA
Wednesday
St. Francis of Assisi Church
10:00 - 11:00 am (Eastern time)
Wednesday
St. Francis of Assisi Church
11:00 am - 12:00 pm (Eastern time)
Wednesday
Holy Cross Cemetery
12:30 - 1:00 pm (Eastern time)
Joan M. Navarro, 79, of Springfield, PA, passed away peacefully on October 26, 2026, at Rosewood Gardens in Broomall, PA, surrounded by her loving family and under the devoted care of her daughter.
Joan was the beloved wife of the late John Navarro, with whom she shared 44 years of marriage before his passing in 2011. She was the loving mother of Jill Smith (Scott) and adoring grandmother to Keoni and Kai Smith. She is also survived by her loving sister, Mary Campbell; brother, Michael D’Imperio (Linda); and many beloved nieces and nephews. Joan was predeceased by her parents, Frederick “Reds” D’Imperio and Julia (née Haley) D’Imperio, and her sister, Judith Ann Puleio.
Born and raised in South Philadelphia, Joan was a proud graduate of St. Maria Goretti High School, Class of 1965. She served as president and owner of the family business, working alongside her husband and daughter. Joan was also a longtime and devoted parishioner of St. Francis of Assisi Church in Springfield.
Joan especially enjoyed spending time in North Wildwood, New Jersey, and Naples, Florida, where she made many wonderful memories over the years. Deeply proud of her Irish heritage and her family's roots in County Mayo, Ireland, Joan was an active member of the Mayo Association of Philadelphia, where she enjoyed Irish dancing and celebrating the traditions of her ancestry. She also treasured her visits to Ireland, where she spent time with dear friends in County Mayo.
Known for her wonderful sense of humor, generous heart, and unforgettable personality, Joan had a special way of making those around her feel loved. She treasured her family and friends, leaving behind a lifetime of wonderful memories that will be held close for generations to come.
Relatives and friends are kindly invited to attend her visitation on Wednesday, November 4, 2026, beginning at 10:00 AM at St. Francis of Assisi Church, 136 Saxer Avenue, Springfield, PA. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00 AM, followed by interment at Holy Cross Cemetery in Yeadon, PA.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations in Joan's memory be made to St. Francis of Assisi School, 112 Saxer Avenue, Springfield, PA 19064, or The Larc Norcross School, 1089 Creek Road, Bellmawr, NJ 08031. Please include "Joan M. Navarro" in the memo line for St. Francis of Assisi School donations, or "Joan M. Navarro (Clare, Joan's great-niece)" for The Larc Norcross School donations.
Condolences and memories may be shared at www.mccannhealey.com under the obituary of Joan M. Navarro.
Funeral arrangements and inquiries may be directed to McCann-Healey Funeral Home, Gloucester City, NJ, at 856-456-1142.
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