JoAnn (DeKeyser) Bruns
What a beautiful obituary. Ann, Don and family, you are all in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. It was a pleasure to have met your mother.
Denise & Tom Kozak
Old Bridge
NJ
Loving & caring thoughts are going your way, Ann. You & your Mom had such a wonderful closeness. You both lucked out ! My condolences ! Love....Freddie
Fred McBrien
River Vale
NJ
Ann, Don & Family, We had the pleasure of spending many good moments with your mom. Suzanne's bridal shower was made more special by the attendance of your Mom and Grandma. Laughter abounded when your Mom was around. May your memories bring you peace. Love, Aunt Terry & Moe
Terry Boulanger
New York
NY
Ann, You & your family are in our thoughts & prayers. with love, Maureen, Frank & Francesca
the comando family
Clifton Park
NY
I work for JoAnn's dentist, Dr. Broad. JoAnn was always a breath of fresh air. She always was joking and enjoying life. I had the opportunity to meet her mother in the favorite store Christopher and Banks. I can see where JoAnn got her spunk. Instead of a mother daughter relation it was 2 best friends shopping and giggling. I will truly miss her. Eventhough I have never met you the family she talked alot about all of you. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Sincerely, Michelle Cassidy
Michelle Cassidy
Marion
IA
Ann and Steven, Your mother was THE BEST. We had so many laughs together over the years and I am really going to miss her. She was an amazing woman who never seemed to let anything get her down even though she was very ill. I will always remember her with a smile and an appreciation for her being in my life. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Ann Truemper
Grand Rapids
MI
Dearest Annie and Steve, you and your families are in my heart and prayers. The many years that have passed since high school have not erased my memory of your awesome mother's kindness, sense of humor and sense of style. Please accept my deepest sympathies for you and your loved ones. Jean Allan
Jean Allan
Atlanta
GA
Dear Ann, We are so sorry to hear of your Mom's death. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Love, Eileen, Terry & Meagan
Eileen Maguire
Park Ridge
NJ
Steve and Ann, we shared some early years together and grew up, moved, got jobs -- went on with our lives. One of the greatest joys has been the unconditional love from our mothers. Jean, Mike and I still know that love and your mom was amazing. Her love for you both is what legends are made of. JoAnn will be dearly missed but what makes me smile is knowing that we (all five of us kids) have been blessed with the richest and most powerful love we could ever dream of. Our hearts are with you right now and have peace inside. Love always Morgan (Pat)
Morgan Patrck Nederhiser
Dakota
MN
To JoAnne's family... Just a message to let you know prayers are being sent your way. She always had so much fun and was ready to pitch in. Ironically, Nederhisers are personal friends as well! I sent a note to Margette. aj
a.j. walter
ames
IA
I am deeply sorry to hear of your Mom's passing, I remember her being so much involved with our baseball team when we played at Waashington.
Barry Beardsley
Gilbert
AZ
Ann, Your Mom was such a very special person. YOU were her sunshine. I am a better person for having had her in my life. Jack and I have wonderful memories of our times with Your Mom. We wish we could be there but we will be wearing red. Thoughts, prayers and love, Jack & Vicki
Vicki Mahan
Aiken
SC
Steven, Ann & Mr. Bruns, I am so sorry about your loss. My thoughts & prayers are with you during this time. Sally Scheib
Sally Scheib
Spirit Lake
IA
I am so sorry to learn about JoAnn's passing. I have many fond memories of accompanying her beautiful voice on piano and organ at many school and community events when we were in high school. I remember her love of music and ready laughter. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers. Jean Lind
Jean Lind
Madison
WI
As a past coworker at Kirlins Hallmark/ I am sorry to read about her passing. I will miss seeing her at work and talking to her. My sympathy goes to the family. My prayers are with you. Norma
Norma Ophaug
Marion
IA
Hi Ann. Saw your moms obit in the gazette. Just wanted to tell you I was sorry to hear. Dread the day I have to go through it . Take care Tom
Tom Saunders
Marion
IA
Ann & Steven, I had the priviledge of working with and getting to know your Mom. What a lady! One of a kind. It's not easy losing a parent. Just remember all the thoughts and prayers that are going out there in your mother's name. Take care and God bless!
Kelly Hopp
Cedar Rapids
IA
So sorry to learn of JoAnn's passing. I always enjoyed visiting with her when I would stop to see my late Uncle Del, who lived across the hall from JoAnn at the Plantation Apartments. My sincerest synmpathy to her family.
Cindy Lundine
Alburnett
IA
I am deeply sorry to hear of your Mom's passing. I remember her as a young lady, as we were neighbors of The DeKeyser Family in rural Delaware County IA. Mrs. DeKeyser (Betty) always served the best apple cobbler. With Sympathy
Bryce DeLancey
St. Charles
MO
JoAnn was a classmate of mine in high school and a client until my retirement. My condolences to Ann,Steve & family.
Mark Thurm
Marion
IA
Although I am not there in person, believe that I am thinking of you and remembering JoAnn. Her voice was so distinctive that I can hear it now. She was a determined, strong and passionate woman. In peace, Kathryn
Kathryn DeKeyser
Austin
TX
Ann, Steve, Betty, Jim,Bill and family, I was absolutely devastated when I heard JoAnn was in the hospital and in such serious condition. You have my deepest sympathy. I have many fond memories of her from the time I met her which was many, many years ago right up until now. I spent a lot of time at her house, as did she at mine. We emailed constantly and there is a huge hole that won't be filled now that she is gone.If I lived closer, I would have been with you at this very sad time. Know I wore red today. God Bless all of you. Sharon Schwartz O'Neil
Sharon Schwartz O'Neil
Fort Lupton
CO
Bev Timko
Cedar Rapids
IA
What a beautiful obituary! JoAnn was a wonderful lady. I had the pleasure of working with her at Rockwell and enjoyed visiting with her the last few years at the Hallmark store. It won't be the same going into the Hallmark store without JoAnn there - she will be missed! My thoughts and prayers are with the family at this difficult time.
Bev Timko
Cedar Rapids
IA
Dear Ann We are so sorry to hear of your Mother's passing and we want you to know that our hearts are with you. Love, Randy & Susan
Randy & Susan McBrien
Edgewood
MD
I so enjoyed getting to know JoAnn, when she returned to Manchester and began singing in the United Methodist Church Choir. Even after she could no longer sing, she would sit across from the choir so she could see us and mouth the words. I will always remember her energy and that devilish twinkle in her eyes. My condolences.
Donna Durey Kunde
Manchester
IA
I was surprised to read the obituary in the paper, seems like not that long ago I saw her! My sympathy to all of you in the family - she will truly be missed. Treasure the memories and keep the best of her alive in your own lives and personalities. God's Love and Peace to you! Take good care of each other - Rev. Mary K. Green
Rev. Mary, Chaplain Good Neighbor Society
manchester
IA
Dear Ann, I was sorry to hear about the loss of your mother. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Lori Krejci
Lori Bond Krejci
Cedar Rapids
IA
Joann was a bright spot in our lives, and she will be missed by so many that loved and respected her. No one else can fully share your loss, but we can share memories, thoughts, and love.