Joanne McIntyre

Joanne McIntyre, 82, of Galesburg, died at 5:44 p.m. Monday, May 29, 2017 at Galesburg Cottage Hospital.

She was born September 26, 1934, in LaGrange, Missouri, the daughter of Burrell L. and Margaretta O. (Bland) Woodworth. She married Chet McIntyre on November 3, 1957, in Quincy, Illinois. He preceded her in death May 3, 2005.

She is survived by two daughters, Cindy J. (and Larry) Ashby and Tammy L. (and Garry) Barton, both of Galesburg; four grandchildren, Garry (and Ashley) Barton, Aaron (and fiancé, Kim Magee) Barton, Michelle Reynolds, and Stephen Ashby; four great grandchildren, Katherine Plackett, Payton Ashby, Mason Ashby, and Skylar Ashby; and several nieces and nephews. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents, five brothers, and two sisters.

Joanne worked at Soangetaha Country Club for 16 years, where she was a cook and made salads. She also was a cook at Steak and Shake for several years. She had lived in Galesburg since 1968. She was a member of the former Prairieland Baptist Church.

Joanne was a huge sports fan. She was a devoted St. Louis Cardinals fan, but also claimed to be a Chicago Cubs fan. She enjoyed watching the Chicago Bulls. When her grandchildren were younger, she attended their sporting events as well. Joanne enjoyed puzzle books, especially crossword and word search. She loved visiting with family and friends and always had a smile to share.

Visitation will be 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday, June 1, 2017 at Hinchliff-Pearson-West Galesburg Chapel. Funeral will be 2 p.m. Friday at the chapel. Burial will follow in East Linwood Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the family. Online condolences may be made at www.h-p-w.com.