Joan Rose Chrisophel's obituary , Passed away on January 12, 2026 in Alcester, South Dakota
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Joan Rose Chrisophel

October 31, 1936 - January 12, 2026 (89 years old)

Alcester, South Dakota

Joan Rose Chrisophel's obituary , Passed away on January 12, 2026 in Alcester, South Dakota
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Joan Rose Chrisophel

October 31, 1936 - January 12, 2026 (89 years old)

Alcester, South Dakota

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Joan Rose Chrisophel Obituary

In loving memory of Joan Rose Chrisophel in Alcester, South Dakota, born in Spencer, Iowa, who departed this world on January 12, 2026 at the age of 89. Joan Rose leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. 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 husband Wayne; her son Bruce; her granddaughter Kassondra; and her siblings, Dennis, Gary, Norman Thomas, Phyllis Thomas, Sherry Geer and Joy Clabaugh.

She is survived by: her children, Steven Christophel (Traci) of Estherville, Michael Christophel (Becky) of Sioux Falls, SD, Bryan Christophel (Michelle) of Kingman, AZ and Nancy Ford of Alpharetta, GA; and her brothers, Roger Thomas (Linda) and Kim Thomas (Deb). She is also survived by 12 grandchildren; 29 great-grandchildren, and 4 great-great-grandchildren.

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Jan 16

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Henry-Olson Funeral Chapel-Estherville
401 N 7th St, Estherville, IA 51334

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Jan 17

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United Methodist Church - Estherville
102 S 8th St, Estherville, IA 51334

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