Joanne Joyce Van Dyke, 72, of Elkhorn, passed away Jan. 5, 2015, at her home surrounded by her family.
She was born in Elkhorn on Feb. 19, 1942, to Francis and Theresa (Vander Veen) Los. Joanne married Alan Van Dyke on Aug. 17, 1960. Through their 54 years of marriage, she raised five children, and cared for 17 foster children. Her hobbies were spending time with family, traveling, reading, knitting, sewing and spoiling all 22 grandchildren and one great-granddaughter.
Joanne is survived by her husband, Alan; five children, Susan (Curt) Knudtson, of Elkhorn, Mark (Lisa) Van Dyke, of Elkhorn, Laura (Gary) Humphrey, of Lake Geneva, Jennifer (Jeff), Cesarz, of Elkhorn, and Megan (Patrick) McCormick, of Elkhorn; 22 grandchildren, one great grandchild; and her mother, Theresa. Joanne is preceded in death by her father, Francis; and a sister, Elaine.
Memorial and visitation services were Saturday at Delavan Christian Reformed Church, 850 Oak St. with the Rev. Dan Roeda officiating. Memorials can be directed to Delavan Christian School.
The family wishes to thank Dr. Thies, Aurora Visiting Nurse Association Hospice Care, and especially Kelly, Jennifer and Shelley for all the love, support and care they provided for her.
