Obituary: Joan L. Hagstrand, 68, Of Naugatuck

Information via Buckmiller Thurston Mengacci Funeral Home

Joan (Colvin) Hagstrand, 68, widow of Warren Hagstrand, Jr., whom she had been married to for 43 years, died peacefully on April 27, 2024 at Waterbury Hospital.

Joanie, as she was affectionately called by all, was born on March 17, 1956 in Flushing, Queens, NY, the youngest daughter of the late William and Doris (Stahlberg) Colvin. She lived in Naugatuck for the past 33 years and was a former employee of Stop & Shop in town.

Known for her goofy antics and kind heart, Joanie would always go out of her way to lend an ear and do what she could to make others feel cared for. Every conversation began with a “hey babe” and a smile. She was a beach lover, a bingo enthusiast and enjoyed making people laugh. Her love language was food and no meal was complete without cracking a few jokes and a little dance.

But her greatest joy was being a Mimi to her grandson Liam. Their bond was filled with laughter, hugs, and endless love. She cherished every moment spent with him, and he adored her right back.

Joanie is survived by her daughter and son in law, Danielle and Thomas Hill; her grandson, Liam Hill; her sister, Jean Colvin; and her niece and nephews. In addition to her parents, Joan was predeceased by her, sister Candace Hardie (Colvin) and her brother, William Colvin.

Family and friends will gather to honor and celebrate Joan’s Life on Thursday, May 16, 2024 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the Buckmiller Thurston Mengacci Funeral Home, 82 Fairview Avenue, Naugatuck.

In lieu of flowers and to honor Joanie’s memory, donations are requested to The Harold Leever Regional Cancer Center in Waterbury at:

https://leevercancercenter.networkforgood.com/projects/209350-website-donation-form.