Joan E. Dransfield
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Joan E. Dransfield, 84, Lawrence, KS passed away peacefully on Thursday, March 28, 2024, at Meadowlark Estates in Lawrence. There are no formal services scheduled.
Joanie was born on June 22, 1939, in New York, NY, the daughter of Anthony and Mary (Conforti) Rugo, who preceded her in death.
She married Daniel Dransfield on November 24, 1960, in Butler, NJ, he preceded her in death.
Joanie loved arts and crafts, sewing, porcelain doll-making, cooking for her family and spending time at the Jersey shore.
She is survived by her cherished children, Mark (Liz) Dransfield, Daniel (Treesh) Dransfield, Maria (Jay) Thompson, siblings, Anthony (Julie Houchens) Rugo, Patricia (Bob) Smith. She was beloved as “Dine” to grandchildren, Kat Sullivan, Lizzy Wilson, Rebecca Dransfield, Nolan Dransfield, Ava Dransfield, Lily Thompson, Owen Thompson and great-grandchildren, Cate Sullivan, Claire Sullivan, Miles Sullivan, Leah Sullivan, Libby Wilson, and Julia Wilson.
Memorial contributions may be made in Joanie’s name to The American Cancer Society and may be sent in care of Warren-McElwain Mortuary, 120 W. 13th Street, Lawrence, KS 66044.
Maria I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my prayers. May Joan Rest in Eternal Peace!
Dear Pat, Anthony and families,
So sorry to hear of Joanie’s passing. I know you will miss her deeply but will always have beautiful memories of her. Our deepest sympathy. Love cousin Judy&Rob
Dear Mark, Daniel, and Maria
So sorry to hear of your mother’s passing. As the oldest Conforth cousin I have so many fond memories
watching her grow up and being bridesmaid at my wedding in 1956.
My deepest sympathy. Love cousin Nancy Conforth Gray.
especially being bridesmaid at my wedding in 1956.