Joanne Mary Hapenney Drolette

NORTH BERWICK – Joanne Mary Hapenney Drolette, 88, passed away Nov. 11, 2022, at Pinnacle Health and Rehab in North Berwick after a short illness.

Joanne was born on Feb. 3, 1934, in Waltham, Mass., the daughter of Andrew “Red” and Ethel Ferrick Hapenney, and the much-loved little sister of Jack Hapenney.

Joanne graduated from Waltham High School, class of 1951, and soon married Kenneth Drolette of Belmont, Mass. Their son, Kenny, was born in 1952, followed by Robby in 1957 and Andrea in 1964. Joanne and Ken lived in Framingham, Mass. until 1981, when they made their home in West Stewartstown, N.H. Joanne worked as the office manager for Brooks Chevrolet in Colebrook N.H., and also enjoyed her time as a server at the Balsams Resort.

Joanne and Kenny moved to Keywood Manor in Alfred in 1999 to be closer to family, and there they made many friends.

In her “retirement” Joanne enjoyed her work with Meals on Wheels, putting many, many miles on her car delivering meals all over York County. She also enjoyed shopping, yoga, and coffee get-togethers with her neighbors at Keywood.

Joanne was a voracious reader (her favorite author was Stephen King!), a wonderful hostess and had a wicked sense of humor. There was always great food and much laughter at family get-togethers! She has been described by family and friends as a “gem,” the “nicest person they’ve ever met,” the “Queen Mum” and the “GOAT” of mums and grammies.

Joanne was predeceased by her parents; brother Jack; and husband Ken.

She is survived by her daughter, Andrea Berry of Alfred, her son, Robby Drolette of Wareham, Mass., her son, Kenny Drolette and wife, Patty; her granddaughter, Katie Cabral and husband Nuno, all of Taunton, Mass., her granddaughter, Chelsea Berry and husband, Garrison Nein of Saco; her niece and “second daughter,” Susan Hapenney of Standish; Jim and Edie Drolette of Burlington, Mass.; and many Drolette nieces and nephews.

Joanne received wonderful care at Pinnacle Health and Rehab.

A Celebration of Life for Joanne Drolette will be held in the Spring of 2023.

To share a memory or leave a message of condolence, please visit Joanne’s Book of Memories Page at http://www.bibberfuneral.com

Arrangements are in care of Bibber Memorial at Autumn Green 47 Oak St, Alfred, ME 04002.

In lieu of flowers,

the family would like to request donations in Joanne’s name to:

Pinnacle Health and Rehab

ATTN: Activities Director

47 Elm St.

North Berwick, ME 03906