Joan Francis Witt

Joan Francis Witt, age 81, of Howard City, Michigan, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday afternoon, March 7, 2026, under the loving care of her husband, daughter and the wonderful staff from Hospice.

Joan was born on September 8, 1944, in Grand Rapids, Michigan, to Charles Henry and Jeanne Marie (McMahon) Losey. She was a proud graduate of Creston High School.

On June 16, 1977, Joan married Don Witt. Together they shared nearly 49 years of marriage.

Joan enjoyed many simple pleasures in life. She loved knitting—especially making beanies that she generously donated to local charities. She also enjoyed word puzzles and was a dedicated fan of the Detroit Lions and Detroit Tigers. Joan also worked at the local tavern for over 30 years.

Joan was preceded in death by her brothers, Charles Henry Losey and James Allen Losey. She is lovingly remembered by her husband, Don Witt of Howard City; her sister, Mary Vandervelde of Grand Rapids; her son, Steven (Amber) Reyes of Meridian, Idaho; her daughter Keni Jo (Brian) Hudenko of Grandville, Michigan; five grandchildren, Allyson (Frank) Krystiniak, Jacob (Kylee) Hudenko, Evan Hudenko, Logan Hudenko and Merrick Looney, one great-grandson, Grey Hudenko; and many very special nieces & nephews and friends who will miss her dearly.

To send a message of sympathy to the family, sign Joan's online guest book, or to share a favorite memory, please visit: www.MichiganCremation.com

Cremation arrangements are entrusted to Christiansen's Michigan Cremation & Funeral Care, Greenville, 616-754-5638.