It is with great sorrow that the family of Joan Mary Rairden (nee Maertz) announce her passing peacefully on March 17th, 2020 at the Hospice of Cincinnati. Born on May 17th, 1951 in Cincinnati to Henry and Mary Adel MaertzSurvived and will be sadly missed by her mother, Mary Adel; husband, Greg; children Meredith (Jason Koterba), Scott (Erin) & Mark (Katie); grandchildren Collin, Emerson, Palmer, Piper & Domenico; Brothers James (Sandy), Gary (Sylvia), Tom (Kathy); sister in law, Terri (Robert Graff); nieces, nephews, cousins and many loving friends. Joan was loved by all she touched and as a Registered Nurse her generosity and selflessness shined through. She brought a light and calmness to many through her voice and smile. She loved traveling with Greg and spending time with her children and grandchildren. She loved having frequent dinners and trips with friends from high school and nursing school. Her family and friends well being were the most important. She loved gardening, walking and hummingbirds. A Mass of Christian Burial at Good Shepherd Catholic Parish and burial at Gate of Heaven Cemetery will be held for the immediate family. A Celebration of Life will be scheduled for Summer 2020 so that all can celebrate the wonderfully kind, caring and loving woman we have lost. Memorials may be made to: Hospice of Cincinnati: https://hospiceofcincinnati.org/donate/ & SPCA: https://www.spcacincinnati.org/donate/