Eleanor Joanne Moore

Joanne S. Moore, 91, of Normal passed away peacefully at home and surrounded by her family. She was born September 3, 1930 to Dallas and Helen (Baker) Storm in Neoga, Il and married the love of her life, Walter Moore on August 27, 1950 in Gibson City, Il.

Surviving her loving spouse of 71 years; Walter; 5 children: Debbie (Rex) Newman, Janis Kelly, Steve (Margaret) Moore; Sue Klein, Conni (Michael) Tipsord: 11 grandchildren: Sara (Darin) Kaeb, Emily (Nick) Adams, Laura (Matthew) Rayner, John (Nicole) Kelly, Kristy (Corey) Arnold, Katy (Art) Dickinson, Kelly Driver, Kylie (Jack Stoetzel) Klein, Justin (Lyndsey) Tipsord, Nicholas (Jenna) Tipsord, Aaron (Madison Phillips) Tipsord; 14 great-grandchildren: Cora Kaeb, Kael and Anabel Adams, Caroline and Colin Kelly, Chloe and Ivy Arnold, Ethan Dickinson, Dane and Kayleigh Driver, Charles and James Tipsord, Andi and Leo Tipsord; sister: Marilyn Smith; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in passing by her sister: Margaret Bowmen.

Jo was a very loving and devoted wife, mother, and grandmother. She loved to sew and was an avid quilter who made sure that everyone received a specially made quilt for their beds. Jo was also known for her spirit of compassion and hospitality, volunteering 4,000+ hours at the Community Cancer Center in Normal. She and her husband were also avid supports for Illinois Wesleyan University sports.

Cremation rites have been accorded with East Lawn Funeral Home. A memorial service will be held at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to: Community Cancer Center of Normal and Peace Meals, 694 Castle Drive, Charleston, IL 61920.

Condolences and memories may be left with the family at eastlawnmemorial.com