Born in Biddeford, Maine, to Noella and Armand Gilbert, she was a proud Biddeford Tiger, graduating in 1972. She was accomplished in a variety of professions, owning a small business, serving as a customer service manager, driving tractor trailers cross country, becoming a certified master gardener and becoming the first, female-licensed tow-truck driver in Delaware.
Joan was a creative and passionate force, famous for her holiday packages, and baked goods. Her gingerbread houses and portrayal of Mrs Claus brought joy to everyone around her. A die-hard Red Sox fan, Joan loved gardening and spending time with her family, and more recently adored watching her grand-puppy, Luna. Until the very end of a difficult battle with cancer, she continued to focus on and worry most about the well-being of those around her, and will be dearly missed.
Joan is preceded in death by: her second-born son, Nicholas Platt; as well as her mother-in-law, Helen Platt.
She is survived by: her husband of 35 years, Richard Platt; her son, Stewart Platt; her parents, Noella and Armand Gilbert; her sisters, Janice Gilbert and June Acin; as well as a number of beloved nieces, nephews, in-laws and extended family.
Visitation will be from 4 to 7 p.m. Friday, June 23, 2017, at Cote Funeral Home Chapel, 87 James St., Saco.
To view Joan’s memorial page, please visit cotefuneralhome.com.
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