Joanne M. Siemers Parsons

AGE 74 Passed away suddenly May 31st 2022... Preceded in death by loving husband ~ James. Survived by Children Frank (KIM), Jesse (JENNY), Nicholas (NICK); Grandchildren; Ashley (RYAN), Aaron (Michele), Alyssa (FOSTER) Fiance' Great Grandchildren, Jacob, Marvin, Kenley and Baby James. SISTERS Eileen (Preceded), Burdell (CLIFF) and Janet (ANGELA and CARA) Joanne was born July 19th 1947 to Delbert and Verina Siemers in Windom MN. She was the 2nd of 4 Daughters who grew up on a FARM in that area. She loved working with her Dad on the FARM. She succeeded many times while competing in many Horse shows during the Summer. Finished High School in Lakefield MN and completed her college degree at MCAD. She studied abroad in Holland, and upon her return ~ She Began her career in Graphic Design; where she met her Husband James "JIM". She showed the most unconditional love by Jim's side throughout their time on earth together ~ Which we were so fortunate to learn from her .. LOVE... Outside of home ~ she was successful in business, and Investment Property Ownership among many other things not told here... Joanne was oh so very passionate in everything she did ~ whether in her Garden, Kitchen or even Fishing! She delighted the most in hosting family gatherings or attending them if not hosting.. She is already missed oh so very much... The biggest blessing of her passing is knowing that she is now with her lifelong and eternal companion.... JIM Celebration of Joanne's life will be: 11:00 AM Friday July 8th, with visitation (1) hour prior at Faith Lutheran Church, 866 North Shore Drive Forest Lake MN. The service was recorded here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nn2j_0LY03c