Joan Paula Philbrick

Rye - Joan Paula Philbrick, 71, of Rye, passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 2, 2025, at Portsmouth Regional Hospital. She was a beloved and cherished wife, mother and grandmother (affectionately known as meme). Born in Portsmouth on August 17, 1953, Joan was the daughter of the late Archie and Graceanna (Chick) Cobb. Raised and educated in Hampton, Joan attended Winnacunnet High School and graduated in 1971. After graduation, Joan found her calling in the medical profession, working alongside many talented doctors in the Seacoast area. Joan’s dedication and compassion earned her the admiration of all who worked with her. Joan is survived by her loving husband, Walter Philbrick of Rye, NH; daughters, Kari (Revier) Younsi and her husband Hakim of Dover, NH, and Jen (Revier) Chasse and her husband Troy of Dover, NH; sister, Linda Buttrick and her husband Sonny of Sanbornville, NH; sisters-in-law, Evie Whitten and her husband Bruce of Amesbury MA, and Ellie Casoni and her husband Bob of Alton Bay, NH; grandchildren, Faris, Grace, and Gavin; and a loving extended family including aunts, nieces, nephews and cousins. Joan was known for her kindness, compassion and selflessness, always putting her family first. She derived immense joy from spending time with her loved ones and took pride in sharing stories of her grandchildren who were the light of her life. Her strong faith was evident to all who knew her. Joan loved to sing and sang in the church choir for many years. She also volunteered for numerous church activities finding a sense of comfort and community within the churches she attended. Family and friends will gather to honor and remember Joan for a period of visitation on Saturday, February 15, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. in the Remick & Gendron Funeral Home, 811 Lafayette Road, Hampton, NH 03842. A memorial service will be held immediately following the visitation at 12:00 p.m. in the funeral home. This date holds a special significance for Joan and her family as it is her late mother Graceanna’s birthday. Joan would be happy to know that her friends and family are coming together to honor her on this meaningful day. Joan’s warmth and love will be dearly missed by all who knew her, but her legacy of compassion and family devotion will live on within those who knew her. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in Joan's memory to: Dover Children's Home 207 Locust Street Dover, NH 03820 or Samaritan's Purse 801 Bamboo Rd Boone, NC 28607

Joan Paula Philbrick

August 17, 1953 - February 2, 2025