Joan Moore Coulombe, 78, of Newberry, died Thursday, November 21,2019 at Newberry County Memorial Hospital. Born April 3, 1941 in Springfield, MA, she was a daughter of the late Francis "Frank" and Ruby Converse Moore. Joan was a cancer survivor who loved birds, especially Hummingbirds and Cardinals and playing cards. She also enjoyed decorating for Christmas, playing golf, knitting, crocheting, & cross stitching. She is survived by her husband of 59 years, Herman J. Coulombe, Jr.; children and their spouses, Darlene George (Robert) of Springfield, MA, Darrin Coulombe (Maryann) of Virginia, Donna Coulombe of Wilbraham, MA; Diane Basile (Gerry) of South Hadley, MA, and Daniel Coulombe (Jennifer) of Newberry, SC; 11 grandchildren; 13, great grandchildren; and her miniature Schnauzer, Kirby. She was predeceased by her brother, Richard Moore and her sister Eileen Desotell. A private family ceremony will be held at a later date. Memorials are suggested the American Cancer Society. Memories and condolences can be shared with the family at www.whitakerfuneralhome.com. Whitaker Funeral Home of Newberry is assisting the family.