Joan-Ottenwess-Obituary

Joan Ottenwess

Grand Rapids, Michigan

07/04/1945 - 07/12/2025

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DIED
July 12, 2025
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Grand Rapids, Michigan

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It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Joan Ottenwess (Kolenda) on Saturday July 12, 2025, at the age of 80. Joan outlived her 12-month cancer prognosis by 2 months. She is preceded in death by her husband, Chuck. Chuck and Joan enjoyed 62 years of marriage, cultivating a...

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Deb and family, Your mom was an amazing woman.... so full of joy and happiness! One sweet memory that I have is that both of you taught me how to make French toast with cinnamon in your mom's kitchen, back in high school. I still smile at the memory when I make it now. May God bless you during this difficult time. Sending love and condolences, Sue (Momber) Decker

i AM SADDENED BY THE NEWS. i ENJOYED KNOWING jOAN AND CHUCK FROM OUR DAYS IN Marne. my PRAYERS ARE FOR HER AND FOR THE FAMIL BLESS ALL OF YOU.

Deb and family. So sorry to hear of your mom's passing. She is free from pain. You had many wonderful memories. Praying for you.