JoAnn Harmon, 61, formerly of Festus, died May 13, 2014, at her De Soto home.
Ms. Harmon was a nurse’s aide at Festus Rest Home. She was an animal lover and enjoyed caring for others.
Born April 12, 1953, in St. Louis, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Jean (Cross) Harmon.
She is survived by two brothers: Don Harmon and Dennis Harmon, both of De Soto; three sisters: Judy (Verne) Hamilton of Bonne Terre, Cindy (Harold) Fitzgerald of Festus, and Linda (Jim) Lewis of Dittmer; a special caregiver and family member: Julie Hedley; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.
She was preceded in death by three brothers: Kenny, Ronald and David Harmon.
A memorial gathering is scheduled for 10 a.m. and a memorial service for 11 a.m. Wednesday, May 21, at Mercy Hospital Jefferson Chapel, 1400 Hwy. 61, in Crystal City.
Burial will be in Rose Lawn Memorial Gardens in Crystal City.
Memorials may be made to the Melanoma Research Foundation, P.O. Box 759329, Baltimore, Md., 21275-9329.
Arrangements are under the direction of Mahn Twin City Chapel in Festus.