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Joan Timmerman Obituary
Williamston
Called home to be with her Lord, Joan Carol Timmerman born December 19, 1937, passed away peacefully on April 10, 2014 at age 76. Joan was the daughter of the late Eugene and Dorothy (Clark) Harmon, and graduated from Howell High School. She was employed with Williamston Schools as a teachers aid for many years, which added to her love for children. Joan was a faithful member of Mt. Hope Church, and was very involved in foreign missions. Joan was a very loving and caring person who professed her faith to everyone she could, and will be dearly missed by all who knew her.
Preceding Joan in death are her parents, and daughter Aimee. Surviving Joan is her husband of 53 years Allan, son Chris (Shannon) Timmerman, and grandchildren Noah and Annaliese Timmerman.
The Funeral service will be held Monday April 14, 2014 at 11:00am at Mt. Hope Church, 202 S. Creyts Rd. Lansing, MI. The family will receive friends on Sunday from 2-4pm and 6-8pm at Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes Williamston Chapel, 205 E. Middle St.
Those desiring may make donations in Joan's memory to Eaton Community Palliative Care, 2675 South Cochran, Charlotte, MI 48813, or The Voice of The Martyrs, P.O. Box 443, Bartlesville, OK 74005-0443.
The family is being served by Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes Williamston Chapel.
Memories and condolences may be shared with the family at www.grwilliamston.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Joan Timmerman
Lou Sharp
April 27, 2014
Joan was so instrumental in my early faith journey towards the lord many years ago. She prayed for me and with me on so many occasions. I consider it such a huge privilege and blessing to have known such an amazing women. I will miss her dearly.
Tara
April 23, 2014
Joan was always a delight to talk with! She had a very kind and giving soul. She will be sadly missed.
Patty
April 22, 2014
You have my deepest sympathy. May good memories provide solace for you and your family during this challenging time and may God provide you with the assurance that you will see your loved one again. (John 17:3)
Jennifer Webb MD
April 18, 2014
I will see you in heaven, Mrs Timmerman!
Definitely a child of God, born again and Holy Ghost filled and a light for the Gospel. Much love
Steve & Lynn Kinzel
April 18, 2014
Joan was a radiant reflection of God's love and peace even through the deepest sorrow. We have fond memories of the events that linked us together when we lived in Williamston. Our hearts are sad with you, Al, Chris and family, but we know there is great rejoicing in heaven as the timeless reunion begins. Our prayers are with you. Warm hugs.
Dyanne
April 16, 2014
Dearest Mr T & Chris,
I'm so sorry for your loss! Ijust know that Mama T was loved by me! I'll miss her so much!
Love,
Dyanne & family
Beth and Jim Eckenrod
April 16, 2014
We were very sorry to hear of Joan's passing. Sending Loving Kindness to Allen and her family in their time of grieving their loss.
April 15, 2014
Alan,
Our sympathy to you and your family. Your Joan was a lovely lady. Peace be with you my friend.
Marilyn Marr Recker
April 14, 2014
Nancy jane Heino-Fields
Susan Harmon-Steinbacher
April 14, 2014
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Ella Cannon
April 14, 2014
Joan
I will miss your warm smile and the presence of God you carried, I know you are in a place where you long to be.
You will be missed, but not forgotten.
I pray Gods peace upon Al and your family
April 14, 2014
Mrs.Timmerman was nurturing incarnate. She shepharded our little girls through pre-school...These "little girls' are now adult women..but always appreciated and loved seeing Mrs.Timmerman when they were in town. You were always such a loving presence...We appreciated you and loved you, Mrs.Timmerman.
Rachel (Sisco), Sarah, Helene and David Jones (Williamston, Mi)
Sarah Mercado
April 13, 2014
We only met Joan a handful of times, but she touched our family the first time, that we met her. She not only shared Gods love with people, but it was evident in our conversations, that she lived obediently in her life. Our prayers and condolences to the family. I know she would want us rejoicing that she got to be with her Lord and Savior.
The Mercado family
Zolinski Family
April 13, 2014
We loved you and will miss you. Thanks for being such a special friend and Christ like example. "True love is frozen in time...I will remember you."
Barb Edington(Meridian Farmer's Market)
April 13, 2014
Joan, "Well done, good and faithful servant!" You were mighty here for Christ, and always an inspiration to me. You will be missed! See you in heaven! Love, Barb.
Ann Herrala
April 13, 2014
I will miss our chats at family gatherings. She was such a woman of God. She is now resting in the arms of her Lord and Savior. She will be missed by all.
Lisa Green
April 13, 2014
Al and Family - Joanie was such a love. From the first moment I met her I felt her love, and the love of God through her. She is the only woman I've ever known who truly "prayed without ceasing." She will be missed, but truly, I know she is with the Lord and hugging Aimee. Imagine that reunion! I know she loved us all, but she definitely loved the Lord more.
Joan Bement
April 13, 2014
Joan was a real comfort to so many of us through out her life. We will miss her but know that she is with the Lord. She loved her family and friends so much. She was so delighted when her grandchildren were born and she could be with them. My sympathy goes to Al and his son and daughter in law and grandchildren at this sad time. Joan Foy Bement
Liz Carls
April 12, 2014
Allan and family,
Just want you to know how much we thought of Joan. My husband and I and our boys remember her fondly from Kids Korner. When we'd see her even years later, she would have memories of our boys. She was a great lady and is now a new angel in heaven. Our prayers are with all of you.
John Travis
April 12, 2014
Al, Chris, and family:
You are in my thoughts as you grieve Joan's passing. Getting to know Joan made me a better educator and a better human being, and I was lucky to get the chance to work with her in Williamston. She was a really special person, and touched so many lives with her gentle, loving spirit.
Jodi Brunette
April 12, 2014
Mr. Timmerman and family,
There are not enough words to describe the kind of woman she was. One that immediately comes to mind is Godly. She was a Godly human being. EVERY time I saw her I felt the presence of the Lord. It was if she had a cloud of glory around her. She was one individual I knew I could come to if I ever needed her. It was also as if she never grew up. Every time she was around you Al, she just appeared to be the same person she seemed to be when she fell in love with you. She just looked so in love. She had a beautiful spirit and was always that second mom when I was younger. I love you Mrs. Timmerman, sing with the angels....
Mildred Ebron
April 12, 2014
I'll remember your Faith and your Love for Jesus. You always encouraged me with your kind words that will remain with me also.I know you'll carry on with your work in Heven. Till we meet again my beautiful Joan Love You
Maureen Beets
April 12, 2014
Al, I was saddened when I heard of Joan's passing, especially after just talking to her. I'm glad she got the flowers we sent letting her know how much she was loved. My thought and prayers will be with you through this difficult time. I only wish I could be there.
Maureen Beets
Jerry & Julie Garner
April 12, 2014
Al and family, we are so sorry to hear about Joan's passing. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and the family.
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