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Joan McCraney Obituary

Joan Barbara McCraney, 92 of Waterloo, Iowa, passed away August 9th, 2025, surrounded by family and friends. She was born on November 3rd, 1932, and married Milton McCraney on March 18th, 1951. They made their home in Evansdale, Iowa, raising 7 children and later enjoying 18 grandchildren, 40 great-grandchildren, and 4 great-great-grandchildren. Graveside services will be held Friday, August 15th, at 3 PM at Garden of Memories Cemetery, 3669 Logan Avenue, Waterloo. Immediately following the service, family and friends are invited to gather at Cedar Valley Sportsplex, 300 Jefferson Street, Waterloo, Iowa, where food will be served and memories of Joan's life will be shared.
Published by Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier on Aug. 14, 2025.

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Susan Melcher Hansen

September 23, 2025

I last spoke with Joan after my father, Ivan, died in 2016 (age 89). I have memories of family get-togethers and visits. Mom & Dad shared McCraney family news throughout the years. I have Ivan's genealogy papers if someone would like a copy of John Melcher's ancestors. My condolences on Joan's passing. Dad always spoke fondly of his little sister.

Darla Priest

August 15, 2025

So sorry to hear of the passing of Joanne. She was a sweet lady and shared many conversations with my mom Iris, before mom passed away. Prayers to your family and may she now rest in God´s hands and have peace.

Michael McCraney

August 15, 2025

Aunt Joanne was a wonderful Aunt, the family would stop by, and us cousin's got to play. Rest in peace Aunt Joanne.

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