Jo-Ann DeLaurier

Jo-Ann (Poland) DeLaurier, 72, passed away peacefully on Friday, January 9, 2026, with her daughter by her side. She was born on September 19, 1953, in Plainfield, NJ.  She lived in Bridgewater, NJ while raising her children, and returned to Plainfield, NJ in her 50’s where she ultimately retired.

She graduated from Plainfield High School in 1971, worked as a stay-at-home mom to provide a safe and well-rounded upbringing for her children, then transitioned into a career in the banking industry.  Jo-Ann retired from UBS in 2021 and was enjoying the shower pace of retirement. She loved cruising, having taken 25+ cruises with her daughter Michelle, spending time with her son and grandchildren and spoiling her beloved cat, Felix.

She was an avid reader and loved Steven King, and Anne McCaffrey books amongst many other authors.

She is survived by her beloved children Kenneth DeLaurier and his wife Mio and Michelle Bentzel and her husband Bill, cherished grandsons Gavin and Andrew, sister Linda Murray, and brothers Richard Poland and wife Kathryn and Michael and wife Pam, and numerous nieces, nephews and friends. She was predeceased by her parents Elizabeth and Richard Poland, and husband Kenneth DeLaurier.

Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend her Celebration of Life on Sunday, February 15, 2026 from 12 PM to 2 PM at Sheenan Funeral Home. Her burial will be private.

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