Joan Leah Gierke, 81, went home to be with the Lord on October 13, 2011.  Joan will be forever remembered as a devoted wife and loving mother who loved God and her fmily.  Joan is survivied by Don , her loving husband of 63 years.  Her five children, Chip, Bill, Karen, Debbie and Bob.  Her 15 grandchildren and her five great grandchildren.  Also by her sisters Donna and Judy.  Funeral services will be held on 11:00Am, Thursday, October 20th at Trinity Lutheran Church Downtown, 123 E. Livingston Street.  Funeral services will be held on 11:00Am, Thursday, October 20th at Trinity Lutheran Church Downtown, 123 E. Livingston Street.