The Senate Resolution No. by Senator Foil expresses heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of Joan Hatcher McCaskill following her passing. Joan, born on September 8, 1939, was the daughter of Mary Amelia Devall and William Bass Hatcher, PhD, who served as the President of Louisiana State University. She graduated from Louisiana State University with degrees in French and dedicated many years to teaching at St. James Episcopal Day School, where she was affectionately known as "Madame Joan." Joan was also deeply involved in her community and church, taking on various leadership roles and participating in numerous organizations.

Joan Hatcher McCaskill passed away at the age of eighty-five on December 13, 2024, after a courageous battle with cancer. She is remembered for her love of friends, family, and the arts, leaving behind her daughter, Karen McCaskill Garland, and her grandchildren. The resolution not only honors her legacy but also ensures that a copy is sent to her family as a gesture of support during their time of mourning.