Virginia "Joan" Wendt, 93, of Collinsville, IL, born February 3, 1931, in Chicago IL, passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 2, 2025. A devoted wife, mother, and servant of Jehovah God, her life was a testament to her unwavering faith and unconditional love.

Joan's greatest joy was her family, and she dedicated her life to nurturing and caring for her seven children. She married her beloved husband, John, on July 18, 1953, and together they built a life filled with love, laughter, and devotion to their faith.

As one of Jehovah's Witnesses, Joan was baptized on June 7, 1971, and spent her life sharing the good news with others. Her zeal for preaching, her talent for writing encouraging letters, and her compassionate spirit touched countless lives.

Joan's interests brought her immense joy, whether she was playing cards with her family, exploring beautiful gardens and parks, cooking delicious and nutritious meals, tending to her many houseplants with her green thumb, or simply spending time with her loved ones. Her infectious laughter and warm smile will be deeply missed by her large family and spiritual brothers and sisters in faith.

Joan is survived by her seven children: Donna Otero of Streamwood, IL, John (Maggie) Wendt of Arizona, Deborah (Gary) Fenwick of Collinsville, IL, Edward (Cheryl) Wendt of New Jersey, Mary (Raymond) Lucas of Collinsville, IL, Carl (Stacy) Wendt of New York, and Sandra (Gary) Ivy of Collinsville, IL. She also leaves behind 13 grandchildren, Gina, Angela, Julio, Lauren, Evan, Colin, Taylor, Sydney, Brooke, Rachael, Garrett, Kendall and Grant. 10 great-grandchildren, Ashley, Gavin, Ryan, Anthony, Julian, Mia, Adam, Ava, Aria and Rowen.

Preceded in death by her loving parents, John and Mary Fedorka, dear sister, Marie Esser, and beloved husband, John.

Joan's legacy of love, faith, and kindness will forever be etched in the hearts of all who knew her.

The family is being served by HERR Funeral Home, 501 West Main St., Collinsville, IL., 62234.