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Joann was the daughter of Marie and Joseph Staples.
She attended Lillis High School in KC and later Job Corps. She worked at ATT for 22 years.
She enjoyed her family, cooking and scrapbooking and crafting.
She is survived by her Husband, Terry Simpson. Son, Michael (Kristen) Simpson of Union, MO and Daughter Amanda (James) Davis of Independence, MO. 5 grandkids she loved dearly. Kaden, Evan, Maddy, Vivi and Amari. Sisters Patty (Louis) Mulvey of KCMO and Dorothy Weston of Clinton, MO as well as many nieces and nephews.
She is preceded in death by mother and father and sister Elaine. She will be sorely missed.
Services will be announced at a later date.
Obituary submitted by the family.
Arrangements: Royer Funeral Home, Oak Grove, Missouri
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Brenda Hall
July 14, 2025
My Dear Best Friend JoAnn. Im still having a hard time knowing my phone will never ring with you on the other end . I will miss our late night conversations. I will never get to scrapbook with you or laugh until we cry again. Theres so many things I will miss. But knowing you are in the arms of God and your family gives me comfort. God needed a precious angel and I hope you are free of pain and are laughing and smiling. I miss you my friend and I know one day we will see each other again. Until then I will cherish the many memories I have. Love and miss you!
Brenda
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Patty Mulvey
July 12, 2025
To my dear sister JoAnn. It broke my heart to lose you, But you didn't go alone, a part of me went with you, the day God took you home. You will always be in my heart. I will always cherish the memories forever. Missing you always. I loved you always. Rest in Peace JoAnn . Forever in my heart. love Patty
Dorothy Weston
July 12, 2025
To my dear sister JoAnn. You are so missed. Love you so much. Rest in peace
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