Joan (Boncke Skalny) Kuitems Obituary
In loving memory of Joan (Boncke Skalny) Kuitems of Rochester, New York, who departed this world on January 16, 2025 at the age of 86. Joan leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Joan (Boncke Skalny) Kuitems to pay them a last tribute.
In the hush of twilight, as the stars twinkle in silent homage, we reflect on the legacy Joan leaves behind and her impact on the lives of her loved ones. Though Joan may no longer walk among us, her spirit lives on in the memories held dear by her family and friends, a guiding light that illuminates their paths in times of darkness.
She was predeceased by: her former husband John R. Skalny; and her husband John C. Kuitems. She is survived by: her children, Amy Skalny of Placida, Florida and Glen Skalny of Rochester; her grandchildren, Nicholas LaVigne (Rebecca O'Keefe), Lauren LaVigne, Lieutenant Hannah LaVigne and Navy; and her great grandchild Holly Claire O'Keefe LaVigne. She is also survived by many stepchildren, step grand and step great grandchildren.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made in her memory to The School of Nursing at Roberts Wesleyan University, 2301 Westside Dr. Rochester, NY 14626, The Alzheimer's Foundation of America, 322 8th Avenue, 16th Floor, New York, NY 10001, or a charity of your choice.
