Joan Rita Short Obituary
With solemn reverence, we commemorate Joan Rita Short (OFallon, Missouri), whose life came to an end on February 15, 2026 at the age of 91, leaving behind cherished memories. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
She was predeceased by: her husband Robert L. Short; her parents, Eva Marie Brod Carey and Peter Charles Carey; and her siblings, Jean Rentze (Lou), Janet Latham (Gene), Mary Maher (Harry), James and Robert Carey.
She is survived by: her children, Tim Short, Susan Cooke and Janet Joeckel (Randy); and her grandchildren, Jill Joeckel, Kelly Joeckel, Matthew Cooke (Shanley Kirk), Jon Cooke, Madeleine Cooke Bright (Jacob), Justin Cooke, Carey Short Prevo (Dane), Conor Short and Elisabeth Short.
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