Crowell, Joan Abbey (1930-2021)

CROWELL, ULMANN, CULP

Posted By: Ken Wright (email)
Date: 7/11/2022 at 12:59:53

Joan Abbey Crowell, 91, passed away Saturday, October 23, 2021, after a short stay at Deerfield in Urbandale. Per Joan’s wishes, no services will be held. Interment will take place at a later date at Walnut Grove Cemetery in Corning, Iowa.
Joan was born May 6, 1930, in Corning, Iowa, to Harold and Irma (Ullmann) Abbey. She married William Crowell on July 9, 1954, in Corning, Iowa, at the Methodist Church. Together they enjoyed 67 years of loving marriage.
Joan worked as a Registered Nurse for Rosary Hospital in Corning, Iowa, for seven years, retiring in 1957 after the birth of her first child. She was a volunteer member of the Guild at Mercy Hospital and a Lifetime Alumni of Bishop Clarkson Nursing School (Omaha). Joan was a long-time season ticket holder at the Des Moines Community Playhouse, with a deep love of musicals. She also loved to play the piano and was fairly accomplished at it. She had a true green thumb and loved all plants. She also enjoyed gaming, cards (especially Solitaire), and sudoku. Joan’s favorite activity was spending time with her family and friends. She truly loved her husband, children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren.
Joan is survived by her husband, William Crowell; son, Eric T (Kathy) Crowell of Urbandale, IA; daughter, Lisa J (Gary) Culp of Urbandale, IA; grandchildren, Kiersten (Zach) Maertens of Urbandale, IA, Austin (Jessica) Crowell of Waukee, IA, Chelsea (Chris) Capper of Clive, IA, Emily Culp of Minneapolis, MN, Erik (Courtney) Culp of Ankeny, IA; great-grandchildren, Henry T., Hailey, Abbey, Lucy, Mackenzie Jo, and Mia; nephew, Duane (Mary) Abbey of Cedar Rapids, IA; niece, Tammie (Roger) Stoneking of Grant, IA; as well as many loved ones and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents and brother, Clifford Abbey.
Memorial contributions may be made to Immanuel United Methodist Church, a Nursing Program of Donor’s Choice, or the Des Moines Community Playhouse.
Joan said to all that love her, “Love you! Thanks for Stopping By!”
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