Joan Minnihan

Joan Elizabeth Minnihan, daughter of John and Elizabeth (Rose) Chovanic, was born July 4, 1936 in Exira. She died Jan. 12, 2022 at Regency Park Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Jefferson at the age of 85 years.

 Joan grew up in Casey and graduated from Casey High School. She then went on to graduate from Mercy College of Nursing. On Sept. 24, 1960, Joan was united in marriage to Mike (John Michael) Minnihan. They were the proud parents of twins Mark and Michelle. They made their home in Jefferson where Joan worked as an obstetrics nurse for Greene County Medical Center in Jefferson until her retirement.

Joan was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church in Jefferson. She enjoyed playing cards, crafts, quilting, and spending time with family and friends.

 Joan was preceded in death by her parents; her sisters Lillian and Rose; and her brother John Chovanic Jr. She is survived by her husband Mike Minnihan of Jefferson; her daughter, Michelle (Jon) Mehl of Story City; her son Mark (Ellen) Minnihan of Ames; four grandchildren: Austin Minnihan and Katie Minnihan both of Ames, Monica Mehl and Krista Mehl both of Story City; her sister Marian Pearce of Ft. Myers, FL; nieces; nephews; other relatives; and friends.

Mass of resurrection will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 22 at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Jefferson.