Joan Kutzner

Joan Marie Kutzner, 83, a mother, grandmother and friend, passed away on Friday, November 13th at the Hawkeye Care Center/The Villa in Marshalltown with her loving family by her side. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, November 17 at 12:30 PM at Mitchell Family Funeral Home in Marshalltown, followed by the funeral services at 1:30 PM. Memorials may be directed to the family to be designated at a later date in a fitting tribute to Joan. For condolences please visit www.mitchellfh.com 641-844-1234. Joan came into the world on November 23, 1931 in Marshalltown; the daughter of Lloyd and Margaret (Reitenbaugh) Johnson. She attended Marshalltown High School. On November 9, 1949 Joan was united in marriage to Wallace Kutzner. Even though years later their paths divided, they remained close and shared the joy of their family. Joan was employed at Smitty's Big Town Grocery for many years before working for Ron Fisher Furniture until retirement. She enjoyed spending time with her family, playing cards, gambling (as long as she won) and traveling with her friends and family. She also loved the adventures she shared with her dear friend Geri Kuhl. Left to cherish her memory is her daughter Vicky (Dick) Veren of rural Albion and grandchildren: Jennifer (Brad) Kneeland and their children, Kyrie (Joseph) Youde, Ty, Jack, Ellie and Anna; Peter (Liza) Veren and their children, Isabel and Isaac; Michael Warner; Megan Warner and her son Joshua. She was fortunate to have one Great-Great Granddaughter, Rory Youde. Also surviving are her sister Sandy (Gary) Lurvey; brothers Gene Johnson and Larry (Rita) Johnson as well as many nieces, nephews and friends. In death, Joan rejoined her son John Kutzner and her parents.