Joan E. Grantham, 90 of Walnut Grove, passed away peacefully in her home, surrounded by her family, on Sunday, August 16, 2020. She was the daughter of George and Maude (Wilson) Zongker and was born on March 2, 1930 in Everton, MO. On September 23, 1951 Joan and Gordon Grantham were married and shared almost 69 years together.

Joan was a life long area resident, except for a few years as a young girl, traveling to find work with her family during the Great Depression. After graduating high school she went to work in Springfield at a jewelry store, then went to work at a Creamery, working in the office. In 1951, she began her most treasured career of being a farmer's wife. Joan and Gordon went to live on the farm and have been in the same home for almost 69 years. She loved being a farmer's wife and was always helping. She was the oldest member of Oak Grove Church at her death. She taught classes, sang in the choir, served several years as the church secretary and treasurer, and was an example for all. After her children had grown, she was on the first committee to provide meals on wheels in the area.  She worked with that organization for as long as her health would allow. Joan also loved raising flowers. She shared her garden freely with those she loved. She had a particular special heart for her great grandbabies and all children. Joan will be fondly remembered and greatly missed by all those that knew and loved her.

Joan is survived by her husband, Gordon; daughters, Connie Kollmeyer and husband Jeff, Christa Clawson and husband Roger, Carol Grantham and husband Rick Pinegar; 7 grandchildren; 11 great grandchildren and counting; 2 nieces, 1 nephew, other family and many friends.

Joan is preceded in death by her parents and son, Stephen Grantham.

In lieu of flowers memorial donations can be made in Joan's name to Oak Grove Church and may be left at the funeral home.

Graveside services will be 11:00 AM, Wednesday, August 19, 2020 at Greene Lawn Cemetery, Walnut Grove, MO.