Joan Wathey (nee Catena) earned both her Bachelor's and Master's degrees in Education from NYU.

Her career in education included physical education positions in the Huntington and Cold Spring Harbor School Districts as well as Farmingdale State College where she taught Phys Ed and coached volleyball.

She also worked at United Airlines' Red Carpet Room where she assisted VIP's at JFK airport.

Joan retired from teaching in 1979 and moved to Scottsdale, AZ where she continued her career in education in the Office of Admissions at Arizona State University. 

She was predeceased by her husband of 72 years Walter W. Wathey; and is survived by three sons. She is survived by four grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. 

A private family ceremony to honor Joan will be held at a later date.