In Remembrance Of
Joan Hutchinson
Joan Hutchinson, 85, of Gower, MO passed away, September 19, 2025.
She was born on May 25, 1940 to Bud and Elfie Ainsworth. She was raised in a small farming community in Minneville, MO. Joan graduated from North Kansas City High School in 1958.
On September 20, 1964 she was united in marriage to Marvin Hutchinson. After their marriage they made their home in Gower. Joan stayed at home with her three sons until they went to school. She then drove a school bus for the East Buchanan School District and the City of St. Joseph. Joan and Marvin owned and operated Maw and Paw Old Time Kettle Corn for 18 years. Joan enjoyed gardening, raising livestock, being outdoors, and traveling.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her twin sister, Judy White; and grandson, Tanner.
Joan is survived by her husband, Marvin; sons, Mike Hutchinson, Todd Hutchinson, and Paul Hutchinson (Lorissa); grandchildren, McKenna, Kramer Haley and Lacey; great-grandsons, Samuel and Jackson; sisters, Joyce (Willie) and Karol (Roy); several nieces and nephews, other relatives and many friends.
Funeral Service: 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, September 24th at Hixson-Klein Funeral Home in Gower with visitation one hour prior to the service.
Burial: Mt. Zion Cemetery, Gower.
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Service Details
Mt. Zion Cemetery, Gower
10:00 a.m. Wednesday, September 24th at Hixson-Klein Funeral Home in Gower
11:00 a.m. Wednesday, September 24th at Hixson-Klein Funeral Home in Gower
Comments & condolences
11 comments
Christy Meers
Marvin, thinking of you and the family as I loved working with Joan at Gray. And I remember eating my favorite kettle corn you made. Sending love and hugs your way. The Meers family
Larry and Regina Grier
Sorry about the passing of Joan. She was a great person, she will be missed!
Condolences to Marv, and all the family.
Gene and Marlys Snydrr
Marvin and family: we are sorry about the loss of your wife and mother. I “Gene” will always remember Maw and Pa and the wonderful popcorn I always got a sample of when we traveled the summer fests. May you be consoled in your loss.
Tom and Victoria Buie
Joan was the bus driver for our boys for many years. Once she had to kick one of our sons off bus in middle school. After that episode he never caused any problems again. She was a wonderful lady with lots of patience. Condolences to the family.
Wanda stubbs
So sorry to hear of Joan’s passing. She seem to always have a smile for you. She will be missed by many and definitely by you. You all will be in my thoughts and prayers as you go through this difficult time.
Jim @ Nancy Horn
Marv very sorry to hear about your family’s loss.
Karol Palmer
Joan – our sister – had a twin sister Judy who went to heaven a few years
Ago.
Joan & Judy 2 years older than me.
Older sister Joyce.
The 4 of us had fun playing outside till dark.
We had grandma’s & Gpa’s lived close. And cousins & aunt & uncles – in Minneville.
Joan was fun- giving-loving we were very close. Until we meet again Joanie, we will circle with family & friends & sing sing sing
♥️💕🎈💜 we love you & will miss you
Patti Srubas
Dear family I was so sorry to hear of Joan’s passing. I enjoyed her down to earth genuine friendliness. She is in the eternal arms of Jesus. p
Iola hutchinson messerly
Marvin and Family
Your wife and Mother Grandmother
was one Super Lady.
One of my favorite memories of Joan is her delicious pies she would bring to the Hutchinson get together in. Elmo.
May Peace be with you all until you’re able join Joan in the Promise Land.
Annie and Rick Edwards
Sorry for your loss
John&Nancy Horn
Sorry for the families loss 😒.