Joan O'Boyle Obituary
With solemn reverence, we commemorate Joan O'Boyle in Des Moines, Iowa, born in Lincoln, Nebraska, whose life came to an end on March 2, 2026 at the age of 93, leaving behind cherished memories. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Granville Tait and Velma Tait (Currens); her adoptive father Edward Paterson (Velma); her husband James; and her siblings, Ronald and Velma "Pat" Allen.
She is survived by: her sons, Michael (Sharon) of Greenville, IL, Dennis (Patricia) of Chillicothe, IL, Kevin of Des Moines, IA, Timothy of Des Moines, IA, Thomas of Vermillion, SD and William (Debbie) of Carrollton, IL; and her siblings, William (Sheryl) of Des Moines, IA and Susan (David) of Des Moines, IA. She is also survived by many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and nieces and nephews.
Memorials may be directed to Copper Shores Village, The "Nest" at 1500 Edgewater Drive, Pleasant Hill, IA 50327 or Suncrest Hospice at 5959 Village View Drive #100, West Des Moines, IA 50266.
