Joanne Louise Deavers, 88, passed away peacefully on February 11, 2026. Joanne was born on May 17, 1937, in Redwing, Minnesota to Maynard Peterson and Helen Swanson - Peterson. In September of 1953, she married the love of her life, Denzil Deavers.
Joanne was a faithful and generous individual, beloved by many. She worked as a teacher's assistant for many years until her retirement. She enjoyed spending time with her family and was a member of Our Saviour Lutheran Church.
She leaves to cherish her memory her daughters, Barbara Nota and Julie Karney; her son, Brian Deavers; her grandchildren, Zaheer (Katrina) Nota and Shiraz (Nao) Nota; great granddaughter; Aaliyah and her siblings, Dave Peterson, and John (Louise) Peterson.
Joanne was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, and one son, Jeff Deavers, sister Mary (John) Bean.
Her memory will be cherished by all who knew her.
