- Date Of Birth: March 9, 1932
- Date Of Death: January 13, 2016
- State: Illinois
Joan Beth Malcolm, 83, of rural Galesburg, died at 1:15 a.m. Wednesday, January 13, 2016 in Rosewood Care Center, Galesburg surrounded by her loving family.
Joan was born March 9, 1932 in Galesburg, the daughter of Clarence Robert and Zepha Mae Sallee Adcock. Joan married Kenneth George Malcolm on September 27, 1953 in Galesburg. Ken preceded her in death on May 15, 2008.
Joan is survived by one daughter, Lesa K. (Rick Bivens) Malcolm-Bivens of Moline; one son, Lance K. (Dawn) Malcolm of Galesburg; four grandchildren, Ryne Malcolm, Connor Malcolm-Bivens, Kenny Malcolm, and Kelin Malcolm.
Along with her husband, Joan was preceded in death by her parents; three brothers; and two sisters. Joan was a long time member of Coldbrook Christian Church and the Pairs and Spares Group at church. She enjoyed painting china and horseback riding.
Joan and Ken were members of the Prairie Drifters Snowmobile Club for many years. Joan had a passion for cooking and enjoyed making meals and feeding everyone. She was also a member of the Good Neighbors Club for many years. Most of all Joan loved being with her family and pets.
