Joan Ann Wysocki

Joan Ann Wysocki, age 83, of Alpena, passed away peacefully on Friday, October 20, 2017, at Henry Ford Hospital surrounded by her family.
On January 16, 1934, Joan was born to the late Frank and Evelyn (Hepburn) Kinsel in Alpena, Michigan. She married Patrick Wysocki on September 5, 1953, at St. Mary Catholic Church with Mgsr. John Gatzke. Patrick preceded her in death on October 8, 1990, after 37 years together. Joan worked for the Alpena Public Schools retiring after 35 years. She was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church of All Saints Parish, and the Exalter Ruler of the Elks Club from 2000 - 2002. Joan enjoyed spending her time playing cards, cribbage, dancing, singing, and with her family.
She is survived by her 3 children: Jean (Ron) Skiera of Lachine, MI; Patti (Doug) Clute, and Julie (Joe) Ruczynski both of Alpena, MI; one daughter-in-law Marie Brantley-Wysocki of FL; 13 grandchildren, 22 great-grandchildren, and 5 great-great grandchildren. One brother Harry Kinsel of Alpena, MI; and several nieces and nephews.
Joan was preceded in death by her son Jack Wysocki, two brothers: Clarence and Raymond F. Kinsel, along with her two sisters: Thelma Wikaryasz and Melba Przeslawski.
Family and friends will gather at the Karpus-Hunter Funeral Home for Visitation on Friday, October 27, 2017, from 2 p.m. until 8 p.m. with a Parish Prayer Service at 7 p.m. Visitation will continue on Saturday, October 28, 2017, at St. Mary Catholic Church of All Saints Parish from 10 a.m. until the 11 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial begins with Rev. James Fitzpatrick officiating.
Internment: Holy Cross Cemetery
Memorials: Friends Choice

Friday, October 27, 2017 Visitation 2:00 PM - 8:00 PM/ Parish Prayer 7:00 PM at Karpus-Hunter Funeral Home Saturday, October 28, 2017 Visitation 10:00 AM -11:00 AM St. Mary Catholic Church

Saturday, October 28, 2017 11:00 AM

St. Mary Catholic Church 120 East Miller Street Alpena, Michigan 49707

Friday, October 27, 2017 Visitation 2:00 PM - 8:00 PM/ Parish Prayer 7:00 PM at Karpus-Hunter Funeral Home Saturday, October 28, 2017 Visitation 10:00 AM -11:00 AM St. Mary Catholic Church