JoAnn Janesh, 89, of Nokomis, died on Sunday, April 12, 2026, in her home surrounded by her loving family.
A private graveside service per her wishes will be held in Rochester Cemetery.
Mrs. Janesh was born on Jan. 7, 1937, to John and Wilma (Hefley) Larcher. She graduated from Kincaid High School. She married Joe Dietl and they later divorced. They had two daughters, Janice Kay and JoLynn. She married Philip Janesh in 1979, and he preceded her in death in April 1983.
Mrs. Janesh worked for 58 years for the rock quarry in Nokomis, retiring on Dec. 31, 2023.
She leaves behind a daughter, JoLynn of Nokomis; granddaughters, Ashley (Brian) Harrison of Taylorville and Jennifer (Eric) Sneddon of Blue Mound; great-granddaughters, Kaleigh and Karli Harrison; nieces, Vicky (Jim) Issacs and Tammy Larcher; a nephew, John Larcher; great-nieces, Annie and Emily Larcher; great-nephews, Rich Payne and Joseph Larcher; brother-in-law, Chuck Heiple; many rock quarry and trucker friends; and a beloved cat, Charlie.
Mrs. Janesh was preceded in death by her parents; husband; stepdad, Jeff Henley; sister, Patricia Heiple; brother, Don, and wife, Barbara Larcher; daughter, Janice Sneddon; grandson, Aaron Sneddon; and great-nephew, Robert Keppler.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to an animal rescue organization of the donor’s choice. McClure Funeral Home and Cremation Services is assisting the family with arrangements. Condolences may be left online at www.calvertmemorial.com.
