Mrs Joan Wilma (Specht) Byrne

November 14, 1932 - March 5, 2021

Joan was born November 14, 1932 and passed away peacefully March 5, 2021. She was born and raised in Newark before moving to Atlantic Highlands where she lived for 57 years. Joan graduated from St. Michael’s School of Nursing in Newark, became a registered nurse, and worked as a school nurse in the Highlands school system her entire career. She was an avid reader, appreciated a good joke, enjoyed the simple pleasures in life like a good cup of tea, and was active in her parish. She will be greatly missed. Joan was predeceased by her parents William and Elizabeth Specht and her husband Martin Byrne Sr. She is survived by her sister Magdalene Holland, her children Geraldine (and John) Siegler, Margaret (Peggy) Byrne, Martin (and Colleen) Byrne Jr., and her granddaughter Nina Siegler. She is also survived by many loving relatives and friends. Per Joan’s wishes services and interment will be private. Joan would like to be remembered with a prayer or a kind gesture. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to St. Agnes Church in Atlantic Highlands.