Joanne Ruth Truitt

She was born on September 20, 1931, in Bloomington, Illinois, to Keith and Ada Jump. Joanne lived a full and joyful life, shaped by her deep love for her family, faith, and community.

Joanne married the love of her life, Don Truitt, on July 15, 1952. Together, they raised three children; Steve, Bruce, and Deborah. Don’s work took them from Bloomington, to Columbia, Missouri and Arvada, Colorado, before settling in Greeley, Colorado, in 1964. Joanne worked alongside Don in his State Farm Insurance Agency, demonstrating both her dedication and partnership in all aspects of their life together.

A lifelong member of the First United Methodist Church, Joanne contributed to the congregation not only through her beautiful voice in the choir but also by serving as the church's bookkeeper for many years. Her commitment to the church reflected her deep faith and generous spirit.

Joanne’s life was filled with many passions. She and Don enjoyed square dancing and playing bridge with friends. She was an accomplished seamstress, making everything from their square dance outfits to clothes for she and her children. Her love for the outdoors led to many camping adventures, and her passion for genealogy meant that she took great pride in discovering and preserving her family’s history. Joanne was an avid reader, and lover of puzzles. She also had a great sense of humor and made a home that her children’s friends loved to spend time in.

Joanne was preceded in death by her parents, her brother Loren, her beloved husband Don, and her eldest son Steve. She is survived by her son Bruce (Robin) Truitt, her daughter Deborah (Mark) Llewellyn, her three cherished grandchildren Nathan, Keith, and Glade, and six great-grandchildren who will continue to carry on her legacy of love.

Joanne’s kindness, wisdom, and unwavering devotion to her family, friends, and faith will be deeply missed by all who knew her. Her family finds comfort knowing she is now at peace, reunited with her loved ones.

There will be a ceremony for family members only to celebrate Joanne’s life.