Joana H. Oest
July 21, 1944 ~ September 8, 2017
Boothbay Harbor - Joana Hunter Oest (Bean), 73, passed from us on September 8, 2017. She was born in Presque Isle, Maine on July 21, 1944, and never lost her County roots. She was brave and strong, but finally lost her two year battle with cancer, living her last several weeks under hospice care in a nursing facility in Bath, Maine.
Joana raised her blended family for over 35 years in Cape Elizabeth, Maine, bringing strength and comfort to all. Her recent years were spent residing in her home in Boothbay Harbor, Maine where she participated in boating and lobstering activities and blending with the sea which she loved. She maintained a winter residence in Wilbur-By-The-Sea, Florida, a welcome respite from the winter winds. She is remembered for her smile which would light up a room as she entered.
Joana spent her early working career in the banking industry and moved her energy into the world of travel, whetting her appetite for worldwide cultural activities and exploration. She owned and operated two travel agencies, Travel Planners of South Portland, Maine, and Gorham Village Travel in Gorham, Maine. She traveled to over 100 countries and all seven continents over her years, not letting her recent sickness impinge on her desires.
She leaves her husband of 40 years, Harvey, who resides in Boothbay Harbor. Her children are Tracy Robinson (Husband Randy) of Augusta, Maine; Tawny Olore (Husband Stephen) of Orlando, Florida; Todd Hunter (Wife Noelle) of Raymond, Maine; and Eric Oest of Palmer, Massachusetts. Her grandchildren, whom brought her much joy, excitement, and love are Katie and Kora Hunter of Raymond and Nicolas and Sophia Olore of Orlando.
The funeral was private at the wishes of Joana. Her burial was in the Riverside Cemetery of Cape Elizabeth, Maine, on September 12, 2017. Arrangements are under the direction of the Conroy-Tully Walker South Portland Chapel, 1024 Broadway, South Portland. To view Joana's memorial page, or to share an online condolence, please visit www.ConroyTullyWalker.com
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Harvey & Family- Joana was such a great friend, who always looked on the bright side of everything.
We will miss her..
– Marcy Pinkham & Cathy Rumminger
Harvey and Todd, I’m so sorry to hear of Joana’s passing. I always enjoyed when she would come visit the OEST office. Her smile was infectious and genuine, and she always stopped to visit for a moment before her visit with you. Her kindness and warmth will certainly live on in the loved ones she leaves behind. Warmest wishes to you all, and peace be with you during this difficult time. With Kind Regards, Serena Antonowicz (Gosbee)
– Serena Antonowicz
Joan and I send our deepest sympathy to Harv, Eric, Todd, Tracy, Tawny and families in the loss of Joana. Joana was a hard working generous, kind and beautiful lady.
– Bob & Joan Tweedie
We will miss Joana’s beautiful smile and presence – was always so much fun to talk with her – she had such a positive personality. Joana was a beautiful woman, inside and out. Harvey, you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Debbie & Richard Rush
– Debra Rush
Sending condolences to your whole family…She was a beautiful woman inside and out.
George and Roberta (Bobbie) Gordon
– Roberta Gordon
We were so sorry to hear of Joana’s passing. Our deepest sympathy is extended to all of the family
Tom & Lil Raymond
– EL Raymond
Dear Harvey, so sorry for your loss. Joanna was a beautiful woman inside and out. I will never forget her singing Happy Birthday Marilyn Monroe style to me in the Tugboat lounge, so funny. Only you knew it wasnt my birthday. R.I.P. Joanna, you will be missed
– Debbie Wickert
Cousin Harve, Eric and family,
Bob and I were very sorry to hear of your loss. We always enjoyed Joana’s warm personality. Her smile was contagious. I know she and and my dad, Ski ……. who always loved Joana’s sense of humor …..are sitting together watching over all of us.
Our thoughts are with you.
Lynn and Bob Flynn
– Lynn Flynn
Having read this morning’s paper, I was stunned to learn of Joana’s battle with cancer and her passing on Sept. 8, 2017. I came to know her after being hired by her husband, Harvey, as a member of Oest Associates in South Portland. Whether in the office, on the Oest family boat along the Maine coast or on an office trip, Joana was always a warm, charming and gracious lady.
Harv and your family , I hope you have many pleasant memories of Joana to comfort you in the years
ahead.
Very sincerely,
Stan Jordan
Former Senior Project Manager
Oest Associates
– Stan Jordan
Jimmy always had a Good word,,,Great man to listen too,,,always called him Uncle Jimmy,,,will be greatly missed by all,,God Bless His Soul
– Ken Besso Jr.
Harve, Tracy, Tawny, Todd, Eric and families,
Our deepest condolences to all of you for the loss of Joana. Tania remembers her very fondly from the Hansen Lake days through the Cape Elizabeth days. She was an amazing presence with a beautiful smile and a ready laugh. Sending love, hugs, prayers and peace.
Love,
Tim and Tania (Tweedie) Gonda
– Tim and Tania (Tweedie) Gonda