Joanne entered peacefully into rest on March 12, 2022. She was 91 years old. 

Born on September 5, 1930 in Minnesota to Jay Refsell and  Mary Kannal. She acquired her Masters degree and became a teacher.for 25 years. She will be deeply missed by many family and friends. 

Arrangements have been entrusted to Grissom's Chapel and Mortuary.