Joan Chalmers, 87, passed away September 10, 2020. She is survived by Zoe (Ron) Rozga, Scott (Paula) Durkee, and Matt (Janice) Chalmers; grandchildren Zachary, Levi, Michael, Kristen, Courtney, Kelly and Keith; numerous great-grandchildren; and step-sister Caroline Price. She is also survived by her long time partner, Bill McAlpine. Joan is preceded in death by her first husband Leland ‘Sam’ Durkee and second husband Harold ‘Harry’ Chalmers. She was a proud Ohio State graduate where she majored in Home Economics which she taught for many years at Midview High School in Grafton, Ohio. She moved to Pueblo West, CO in 1977 where she became an early member of Pueblo West Ecumenical Church. She sang in the church choir, was the chair of the prayer chain, and lovingly tended the Paradise Memorial Garden at the church. Her hobbies were sewing, quilting, playing Bridge, Bible studies, gardening, and spending time with family. Private family service. Memorial contributions may be made to The Paradise Memorial Garden at the Ecumenical Church of Pueblo West or the Joni Fair Hospice House through the funeral Home office.
