Joan A. Ferrantelli

Joan A. Ferrantelli passed away peacefully on February 3, 2020 at Towne Center Assisted Living in Merrillville, IN. She was born February 9, 1936 in Chicago, Illinois, the daughter of Segonia Keith and Rose Halford. Joan is survived by her daughter Debbie Johnson, sisters Elizabeth McCann and Karen (Mark) Crowder, daughter-in-law Shirley Harris, Step-Brother Richard (Janice) Jarrard, 9 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, son Kenneth Harris, and her parents. Growing up, Joan was an avid student and loved to read! She worked in the banking field for over 20 years. Joan retired to Florida where she was a member of the Lutheran Church of the Cross for many years. She was an active member and volunteered in the church office as secretary. She moved back to the Chicagoland area to be closer to her family. Joan loved visiting with her daughter, grandchildren and great grandchildren. She enjoyed playing games and socializing with friends at the Towne Centre in Merrillville, Indiana where she lived. She was well loved by all! Visitation will be Wednesday February 12, 2020 at Hack-Jensen Funeral Home in Beecher, IL from 10am till the service at 11am. Chaplain Rick Greene will officiate. Hack-Jensen Funeral home is handling the arrangements.