Joann Malas

JoAnn L. (Lemmer) Malas, age 93, died Friday, September 24, 2021, at the Barrett House, Green Lake, Wisconsin. She was born in Markesan on January 14, 1928, the daughter of Herb and Marian (Welk) Kohnke. After graduation from Markesan High School, JoAnn enrolled in a two-year business school in Milwaukee. Follow graduation, she began her business career in Milwaukee. JoAnn moved to Honolulu, HI in 1951 where she married Joseph Lemmer, the father of her two sons. The family moved back to Wisconsin settling in Madison in 1964. JoAnn was employed by the CUNA Mutual Insurance Group for 26 years. JoAnn married James N. Malas in 1981. He preceded her in death in 1988. She was further preceded in death by her partner Claude R. Whitney.

JoAnn is survived by her sons, Michael (Sarah Taylor), and Scott (J’aime) Lemmer; two granddaughters, Allison and Rachel Lemmer.

In our mother’s journey through life, she touched many souls and always left her unique imprint of style and class, not to mention her loyalty, sense of humor, and friendship.

A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, October 23, 2021, at the Cress Center, 6021 University Ave., Madison. Family will greet friends after 10 a.m. until the time of service. A light lunch will be served following the service.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Agnesian Hospice Hope, 1175 N Margaret St # B, Markesan, WI 53946, or Covenant Presbyterian Church, 326 S Segoe Rd, Madison, WI 53705.

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