JoAnn Van Norman Obituary

With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of JoAnn Van Norman of Grand Rapids, Michigan, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on April 24, 2026. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Thomas Blyton and Doris Blyton; her husband Rev. Richard E. VanNorman (Pastor Van); and her siblings, Gary, Sharon, Julie, Otis, Ollie and Tom.

She is survived by: her children, Rick, Kathy VanNorman (Kowalewski), Kyle, Linda VanNorman (Schreiber), Renee, Dale Simmons, Kevin, Tamie VanNorman (Hauskins) and Beth VanNorman (Warren); her grandchildren, Chelsey, Jacob, Aaron, Wade, Molly, Cassie, Joel, Cody, Jarod, Alexis and Audra; her brother Brad Blyton (Lynda); and her sisters-in-law, Gayle VanNorman and Anna Blyton. She is also survived by her 15 great grandchildren.