Joan Corey Ziter
March 10, 1939 - October 11, 2016
Joan Corey Ziter, 77, passed on after a courageous illness on October 10, 2016. Joan grew up in Littleton, NH daughter of the late Louis R. Corey and Sadie Ann Corey. She spent much of her adult life in New Hampshire raising a family and operating her own business. For the last 28 years she has called Utah her home coming first to Salt Lake City and a few years later moving to Park City.
Joan was known for her loyal friendship, her unwavering ability to get things done, and her love of life. She especially enjoyed skiing having started in the sport at a very young age. She remained a season ticket holder and would ski many times a week until just a year ago. Hiking, enjoying the arts offered by Park City, and spending time with her family were some of her other favorite pastimes. In recent years, Joan was employed by Saint Mary's Catholic Church in Park City.
Joan was dedicated to her children and grandchildren often traveling back east to be present at small and large milestones. She delighted in their accomplishments and was there to offer encouragement or support whenever needed.
Joan is survived by her four children and their spouses Kelly McDonald Lyman and Edward Lyman of Simsbury, CT, John McDonald of Littleton, NH, Stephen McDonnell and Nicky McDonnell of Alexandria, Virginia, and Dr. Kathy McDonald Ostler and Kevin Ostler of Park City; her grandchildren Conor, Maggie, and Patrick Lyman, Joseph and Dean McDonnell, and Oliva and Sophia Ostler; her sisters Roberta Lyons and Marilyn Stillings of Littleton, NH; and many nieces and nephews. She is predeceased by her husband Dr. Fred Ziter.
A visitation will be held on Thursday, October 13th from 6:00 to 8:00 PM with a Rosary, Vigil and Remembrances beginning at 7:00 PM at St. Mary's of the Assumption Catholic Church, 1505 White Pine Canyon Road, Park City. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated on Friday, October 14th at 11:00 AM also at St. Mary's Church, followed by a luncheon.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Joan's name may be made to St. Jude's Research Hospital.
In Loving Memory
Dear Kelly, John, Steve, Kathy, Marilyn and Berta....Words cannot begin to express our sadness in hearing of the passing of Joan. We have so many fond memories of our days in Littleton and sharing in her friendship. She was indeed a very special lady and we know that the strength that she imparted on all of you will help you during these days. You are all in our thoughts and prayers, even from afar. Love you!
Kevin and Helen Joyce
Stratham, NH
To Kathy and all of your siblings, children and family. I am saddened with the news of your loss. Joan was a sweet friend to my mother, and a wonderful woman to me as well. Always a beauty, and a smile whenever we met. A devout and holy woman, I believe she shines in God's presence now. Please accept my deepest condolences and prayers in this sad time. May she rest in His eternal light. Always with love, Mary Jo Anton
Mary Jo Anton
Salt Lake City, Ut
Please accept my heartfelt condolences during this time of grief for your family. My hope is that the words of Christ Jesus be of comfort, when he stated that "the hour is coming in which all those in the memorial tombs will hear his voice and come out" (John 5: 28, 29). We can also take comfort in God's personal promise to "wipe out every tear" and that soon, even "death will be no more" (Revelation 21: 4).
Emilio Solorzano
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