Joan (Erskine) Wootan Obituary

It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved Joan (Erskine) Wootan (Freeport, Illinois), who passed away at the age of 97, on January 11, 2026. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

She was predeceased by: her parents, George Erskine and Erma Erskine (Robertson); and her husband Ted Wootan. She is survived by: her sons, Doug McCollum (Lori) of Rock Island, IL and David McCollum (Lynda) of Jacksonville, IL.; her grandchildren, Jeff McCollum, Jennifer Smith (Kevin), Hilari Nicholson (Rob), Amy McCollum and Sami Alongi (Tony); and her great grandchildren, Vivian Nicholson, Alessa McCollum, Myles and Sullivan Alongi.

Memorials can be made in her name to the Winneshiek Playhouse or any desired charity.