Born on May 27, 1931 in Sand Lake, Michigan to Otto (Maggie) Reed, and united in marriage on August 16, 1957 to her late husband Ronald Bloom of 55 years. Joan, received a Bachelor of Science in Education from Western Michigan University in 1953. She taught at Harrison Junior High and Shawnee Park Oral Deaf School during the 1960s, and later worked for the Department of Social Services in Grand Rapids.
Joan loved her family and going “up north” to her cottage on Big Bass Lake. During her lifetime she enjoyed road trips, camping, and listening to sermons. She enjoyed her “sayings” and her wisdom was valued by her friends, children, and grandchildren. She was a Christian and lived her faith.
She is survived by her son, Curtis (Mary) Bloom, daughter Kimberlee (Bob) Oom-Sprinkel, son Scott (Janine) Bloom, 9 grandchildren, and 11 great grandchildren.
Visitation to be held at Reyers North Valley Chapel, Friday February 7, 2020 at 10:00 AM, until the time of the Memorial Service at 11 AM. Donations may be made to Spectrum Hospice
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