Joan VanDyke

Joan G. Van Dyke, 78, of Coldwater, passed away, Sunday, February 5, 2012 at Community Health Center of Branch County after a long illness. She was born November 20, 1933, in Marshall to George J. and Eunice A. (Connelly) Lester. She married John J. Van Dyke October 27, 1956 in Marshall. He preceded her in death in 2004. Joan was a member of the Coldwater Eagles, where she was a Past Madame President, the American Legion Auxiliary, and the Moose Club. She worked at many restaurants and clubs in the area for many years and loved to play bingo. Joan is survived by two sons, John D. (Pat) Van Dyke of Coldwater and Jeffery G. (Theresa) Van Dyke of Quincy. Also surviving are grandchildren, Timothy, Jason, Ryan, Linsey and Megan Van Dyke. She was predeceased by her husband, John; parents; and a sister, Jean Libbercht. Visitation will be Wednesday from 2-4 and 6-8 PM at the Putnam Funeral Home in Coldwater. There will be an Eagles service Wednesday at 7:00 PM at the funeral home. Services will be held Thursday at 11:00 AM with one hour of visitation prior to the service at the Putnam Funeral Home in Coldwater. Interment will take place later at the Mason Cemetery. In Lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Association or the American Heart Association. The family was assisted by the Putnam Funeral Home 517-278-2311.