Joan T. McArdle of Broomall, died on February 10, 2026 at the age of 75. Joan grew up in South West Philadelphia with her parents William F. Karpovich and Mary A. Karpovich (nee Witham), her siblings Bill Karpovich, Anne (Wisniewski), Joe, and Mary (Coletti). Upon graduating West Catholic Girls High School in 1968 where she was a member of the Glee Club and performed in theatrical productions, she began her studies at Holy Family College and later St. Joseph’s University to become a teacher. It was during this time she met and in 1975 married her husband Mike McArdle. Joan spent most of her teaching career at St. Alice School in Upper Darby Pennsylvania. Joan enjoyed art, music, and watching Seinfeld and the Phillies.
She is survived by her sister Anne, her Goddaughter Hannah and brother-in-law Mike Wisniewski.
Relatives and Friends are invited to her Visitation, Friday, February 20th, 9:30 AM – 10:45 AM followed by her Memorial Service 11:00 AM in the Main Chapel at Kish Funeral Home, 2811 West Chester Pike, Broomall, PA 19008. Inurnment private.
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