Joanne was a wonderful colleague. She had a wonderful laugh and was a good friend to people who knew her. She will be missed. Peace to you all.

Joanne and I worked together for almost 25 years at the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education. She was fun, smart, organized, a joy to work with, and respected by colleagues across the agency. I don't know how to say how much she meant to me personally -- It will be impossible to replace her and I will miss her every day.

My deepest sympathy to the Laubach, Hayes and Kirslis Families at this most difficult time. I worked with Joanne for many years and had the pleasure of her friendship as well. She was a strong, sweet angel on earth who brightened the lives of us all. It is a great loss. She will be missed but not forgotten. May she rest in peace.

Our thoughts and prayers are with the Laubach & Hayes Families. I am so saddened by this, Joanne was a very strong woman and fought as hard as she could. she is at peace now. Rest in the sweetest peace Joanne! You sure will be missed by many.

Sorry for your loss Your family is in my thoughts and prayer.. She will be missed

I'm so very sorry. Sending thoughts and prayers to Joanne's family. I worked with Joanne at the Mass. Department of Elementary and Secondary Education. She was so funny and always willing to help with anything. And she always, always talked lovingly, and with humor, about her children. Even after I moved, I heard from her from time to time on Facebook. I will miss her.

To the Laubach and Hayes Families, I am so shocked and saddened to read about Joanne's untimely death. She was a true professional in every sense of the word and a wonderful, caring colleague! We worked together in both our Quincy and Malden offices. My heart goes out to her Mom and her four children. God's peace be with all of you. Kevin J. Matthews Former Co-worker @ the MA Department of Elementary & Secondary Education

I am shocked and saddened to hear of Joanne's passing, we knew each other when our children were in school together for so many years and she was always such a great person. I just can't believe it and am so very sorry. My prayers are with her kids and family, Lori Soper

My thoughts and prayers are with Joanne's family. Joanne was one of the most beautiful, kind, thoughtful people I have known. She will be missed so much.

May she rest in peace. Joanne's sweet and warming spirit will always remain. She was such a good person; her voice always calming and encouraging, her smile always there for all. I had the pleasure of working with her and am so very sad she is gone. May her light shine in all of us. God bless her family. I wish her four children and mother well.

Our hearts and prayers go out to the the Laubach, Hayes & Kirslis Family The Kirslis Family

My heartfelt sympathies are with the Laubach and Hayes families at this time. I have worked with Joanne for 20+ years and was proud to call her my friend. This picture of her surely captures the way I will always remember her. She was a hard worker yet remained very committed to her family. We shared many, many happy moments together that I will always treasure. I am so deeply saddened and want you to know that my thoughts and prayers are with you.

Mrs. Hayes, Joyce and John, I was so very sorry to hear about Joanne's passing. I know there are very few words of comfort, but I hope time will help soften the sadness you are feeling right now. May Joanne rest in peace.

Joanne was an amazing woman and will be missed greatly. Deepest condolences to the entire family

"My heart is deeply saddened to hear of the passing of 'Mrs. Laubach'....I have had the pleasure of educating some of her children, and remember how invested she was in their well-being. My thoughts and prayers are with her entire family during this difficult time.

Joanne sitting on a cloud...singing with the angels...That is how I will remember her...Such a sweet and loving woman..I have many memories of Joanne as a little girl in Billerica...my tribe (the Collyers), the Hayes and the Parkers all together at a cookout...playing all kinds of games with the children...It was a wonderful time. Now, I send all of my love and prayers to Joanne's family...Joanne go softly into the night. RIP.

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So sorry to hear of Joanne's passing. I grew up with her on Brae Road, North Weymouth. I will always remember her energy, fun-loving spirit and never-ending smile. Rest in oeace my friend.

Mrs. Hayes, Joyce, John and Joanne's own family. I am very sad to hear about Joanne, she was a friend growing up on Brae Rd. and a sweet girl, I can remember so many rainy days laughing up in Joyce and Joanne's bedroom, making fun of music our parents liked. Mrs. and Mr. Hayes were always very gracious to a room full of giggling goofballs as that had to be annoying. You all have a special place in my heart. May your memories carry you thru this difficult time and have some comfort knowing she is in her Dad's arms once again. Love Nancy

working with Joanne for the past 14 years has been a blessing and always made my job easier because she knew what she was doing! Her smile always made me smile and I loved her stories! Such a great person taken from us far too soon!!!

I had the distinct pleasure to work with Joanne at the Massachusetts Department of Education. She was an outstanding professional who always went out of her way to resolve problems, listen to colleagues, and help others. She had a contagious laugh, bright smile, and warm heart. Her loss to colleagues and her family is great. Hopefully, we can all take time to keep her in our hearts and be as kind as she was to everyone.

I am very sorry for the loss to the Hayes, Kirslis, and Laubach families. I had the honor and pleasure of working with Joanne at the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education. Joanne was always warm, caring, and delightful to work with. She approached each day and the challenges it brought with a sense of humor and a smile. Joanne was not only a colleague but a supportive friend who would always take time to listen. She also always spoke fondly and proudly of her four children. She will be greatly missed.

To the Hayes and Laubach family, My condolences on your profound loss. Joanne is certainly gone too soon. May you find comfort in your good memories.

She always had a smile on her face. She will be missed at the Department. My condolences to her family and friends.

Kelli The loss of your mom is heartbreaking and I am very sorry, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this very sad time. Marie Mariani

I had the pleasure of first getting to know Joanne 23 years ago when she was pregnant and so excited about having her first child, Nicole, as well as others down the road. Although we lost contact in more recent years, I remember Joanne with her big smile and caring ways. She was not only a thoughtful colleague, but a devoted mother, and we often shared stories about our children. She will be greatly missed. My condolences to the family. I am so very sorry for your loss - much too soon - and hope that time will help to heal your broken hearts.