Joan B. (Stuart) McMahon Pooler, age 87 of Durand, died Sunday, October 6, 2024 at Dove Healthcare in Bloomer.

Joan was born January 12, 1937, in Durand. She was the daughter of Edward and Edna (Kern) Stuart. Joan grew up in Durand and graduated from Durand High School. After high school, Joan married Darrell McMahon on September 1, 1954, in Durand. Together they had four children, Vicki, Kathy, Cheryl and William and later divorced. Joan later married Don Pooler on August 30, 1980, and they lived happily together until his passing in 1996. During her working career, Joan worked at Kezar Café and Village Inn Café as a waitress, later and Northern Manufacturing in Pepin for several years before making a career at Riviera Cabinets in Red Wing, MN for 20 years until her retirement.

Joan had a passion for animals, especially horses and the love of outdoors. She enjoyed her trips to the casino and creating drama with family and friends.

Joan is survived by her children, Vicki Weiss of Baldwin; Kathy Strauss of River Falls; Cheryl Biesterveld of Durand and Bill (Jessica) McMahon of Arkansaw; grandchildren, Casey (Eric); Tony (Jennifer); Eric (Nicole); Alaina (Tim); Bryan (Stephanie); Rene (Cliff); Tim (Kelly); Kyle (Amy); Cody (Lauren); Kristina (Matt); Chellsey; Ella and Leo; great grandchildren, Evan; Kennedy; Jayden; Daxton; Dreyson; Dylan; Maleri; Hani; Tate; Evie; Andrew; Allison; Abigale; Finnley; Landon; Carter; Alexia; Harlow; Skyler; Sybella; siblings, Joyce (John) Kramer; Virginia (Dale) Dessert and Perry (Lori) Stuart, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She is preceded in death by her parents, husband Don Pooler; son-in-law, Mike Weiss; siblings, Edward “Junior” Stuart and Jean Thibado.

Graveside Services will be held 10:00AM Saturday, October 12, 2024 at Waubeek Cemetery, rural Durand. A Celebration of Life will be held following the graveside service from 11:00AM-2:00PM at Buzz’s Bar and Grill in Mondovi.

Rhiel Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Durand, is serving the family.

Condolences

1. Marsha L SULLIVAN October 26, 2024, at 6:15pm

   Im so sorry to hear about the passing of your mother. Aunt Joan was so loving I remember her smile. She was so sweet letting us stay over at each others houses. I loved her do much. My deepest sympathy

2. Judi Bauer October 14, 2024, at 12:15pm

   Vicki. I am so sorry to hear the passing of your Mom. You have our sympathy and keeping you in my prayers

3. Kelli October 9, 2024, at 4:24pm

   Will miss her sooo much....like a mother to me and a grandmother to my kiddos and Azalya.
   Toughest gal I'll ever know... so happy she was such a huge part of our lives.spoo much knowledge to learn from her. ... we had some great trips to the casino, and hit a few movies together downtown after my kids were off on their own....heaven has gained a one of a kind.

4. Kathy Hutter-Messier October 9, 2024, at 1:36pm

   Condolences to Joan's family

5. Haskins Anita October 8, 2024, at 7:45pm

   Condolences to the family! I remember her from the old neighborhood!

6. Barb (Kramer) Lewandoski October 8, 2024, at 7:44pm

   Cousins Vicki,Kathy,Cheryl, and Bill We have unfortunately not spent as much time over the years together but I loved you my cousins and Aunt Joann I am glad I had the opportunity to see her recently. I can’t imagine the pain and emptiness you must feel as Moms are special people. Please accept my sincere sympathy and apologies for life getting in the way of us all getting to know each other more and spend some quality cousin time together Live Cousin Barb

7. Donna October 8, 2024, at 5:39pm

   Condolences to the family

8. Nick and Sue Sperger October 8, 2024, at 2:55pm

   We are so sorry to hear of your mother’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. Sending prayers and hugs. ???? ????????????????

9. Rene Tankersley October 8, 2024, at 2:39pm

   Rest in heavenly peace grandma. Your one in a million. I am greatly appreciative of the memories you've made for us all. The vaules you've installed in me. The love and compassion you've shown to us all. From the giggles to the heart to heart talks. Please watch over us and lead us into the right direction. To keep us safe from harms way. I love you, Nay

10. Jen King October 8, 2024, at 12:38pm

    Joan was such a sweet lady. I miss/will miss her coming in to visit at City Hall. May your memories bring you peace and comfort.

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