Joan Frohock

Joan Frohock, 83, daughter of the late Dorothy and John M Walton peacefully departed from life at her home on Thursday, November 3, 2022 after a lengthy illness. Joan has deeded her body to the University of Iowa Carver College Of Medicine.

Memorial services are planned for Friday, December 9, 2022 at 2:00 p.m. at St Paul’s Episcopal Cathedral, Des Moines.

Joan was born in Des Moines, grew up in northern Alabama, and returned to the Des Moines area after graduating from Stephens College (MO). Joan was also a graduate of both the University of Iowa and the University of Wisconsin before earning her Juris Doctor from Drake University. She was a member of the Iowa Bar Association until shortly before retiring as President of Standard Bearings Companies.

To cherish her memory, Joan leaves her husband Richard, sons Kent and Trent (Robin), and two grandsons.

The family shares much appreciation for the compassionate and ready care afforded Joan by Unity Point Hospice nurses and staff.

In lieu of flowers, donations to the Cure Alzheimer’s Fund or to a favorite service dog charity are suggested.

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