Joanne Ruth Horgan, age 79 of Paris, passed away Saturday, August 1, 2020. She was born in Big Rapids on January 3, 1941, the daughter of Joseph and Ruth (Cooley) Bouman.

Joanne graduated from Big Rapids High School in 1959 and on November 7th of that same year she married James "Jim" Horgan at St. Marys Catholic Church. Together they made their home and raised their family in the Paris area. In addition to caring for her family Joanne worked outside the home; her last employment was at the Kroger Store in Big Rapids.

Joanne was a good neighbor, a good baker, she enjoyed playing cards, clipping coupons, working in her garden and talking on the phone. Joanne especially enjoyed conversations and sharing recipes with her sister, Kathy Bouman Myers.

Her mischievous smile and that twinkle in her eye will never be forgotten, Joanne is survived by her beloved family including her husband of over 60 years; children, Sheila (Brian) Swartz of Caledonia, Jim (Kim) Horgan of Middleville; son-in-law, Jason Montag of Grand Rapids; grandchildren, Joshua (Lydia) Swartz of Traverse City, Bradley Swartz of Grand Rapids, Brianna (Derek) Eaton of Caledonia, Ashley (Alex) Sackett of Caledonia, Brittany Horgan of Caledonia and Mitchell Horgan of Middleville, Zachary and Ashton Montag both of Grand Rapids; great-grandchildren, Zane, Cameron, Macsen and Penelope Swartz, Parker and Elliott Sackett and Huxton Dodge, as well as many extended family and very dear friends, Michelle and Richard DeKubber of Paris.

Joanne was preceded in death by her parents and her daughter, Sheri Jo Horgan Montag on February 11, 2016.

Mass of the Resurrection will take place 11:00 a.m. Friday, August 7, 2020 at St. Mary Catholic Church in Big Rapids with Father Jegar Fickel officiating. The family will greet friends, at the church, one hour prior to the Mass. Joannes cremated remains will be laid to rest at Mount Carmel Cemetery.

Memorial contributions in Joannes name may be made to Elara Caring Hospice in Big Rapids.

Care and cremation entrusted to the Daggett-Gilbert Funeral Home in Big Rapids. Share a memory at www.daggettgilbertfuneralhome.com Mass of the Resurrection Friday, August 7, 2020 11:00 AM St. Mary Catholic Church 1009 Marion Ave Big Rapids,MI 49307 Visitation Friday, August 7, 2020 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM St. Mary Catholic Church 1009 Marion Ave Big Rapids,MI 49307