Joan Arleen Tanis Obituary
We bid farewell to Joan Arleen Tanis (Howard City, Michigan), born in Allendale, Michigan, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on January 16, 2025 at the age of 92. Joan Arleen touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Albert Alderink and Hermina Alderink; and her husband Gerald Tanis. She is survived by: her children, Pam Brown (David), Rich Tanis (Brenda), Theresa LeSarge (Doug), Joy Shula (Ken), Sarena Maiani (Joe) and Angie Hitts (Rich); her sister-in-law Betty Tanis; and her grandchildren, Nick (Hitomi), Madison, Jacob Brown, Travis, Hayden, Max Tanis, Hannah Haakinson (Elijah), Emily Wakeman (Forrest), Kelli Dornan (Jacob), Anna Nienhuis (Cody), Jonathan Shula (Holly) and Tanya LaBelle Shula (Jimmy). She is also survived by eight great grandchildren, and many cousins, nieces and nephews, dear friends, and foster children.
Visitation will be held on Sunday, February 2nd 2025 at 1:00 PM at the Pine Grove Community Church (8775 E 88th St, Howard City, MI 49329). A memorial service will be held on Sunday, February 2nd 2025 at 2:00 PM at the same location.
In lieu of flowers please consider the Benevolence Fund at Pine Grove Community Church.
