Joanne Anderson Forse

   Joanne Ruth Anderson Forse, 70, of Edenton, NC, died Monday, August 30, 2021 in Hertford Manor Assisted Living.

   Born in Battle Creek, MI on February 5, 1951, Joanne was the daughter of the late Marvin Justus Anderson and Mary Huffman McIntyre. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 29 years, Elbert Don Forse, and by her sister, Patricia Daniels.

   Joanne was raised in Preston, KS. After graduating from high school, she moved to Texas and lived in Alvarado and Burleson for 45 years. She became a die-hard Texan and loved her blue jeans and cowgirl boots. In her earlier years, she worked as a book keeper and enjoyed horse back riding and crocheting. In 2019, she relocated to her brother’s home in Edenton.

   Surviving are her three brothers, Justus Anderson (wife, Kay) of Edenton, Mike Anderson (wife, Becky) of Pontiac, IL, and John McIntyre of Williamsburg, MI; and seven nieces and nephews, Kenny, Michael, Michele, Audrey, Josh, Tim and Natasha.

   A private burial will be held at a later time. No formal services or visitation are planned.

   The family sincerely appreciates Joanne’s neighbors in Texas who stood by her side; all the professional and medical individuals who made her transition from Texas to NC as smooth as possible; the three brother’s who drove cross country to aide their older sister; the unique NC caregivers, Francis, Judy, and Shirley; the experts at Amedisys Hospice; the wonderful staff at Hertford Manor, and all the attentive friends, family, and neighbor’s who supported the family. It took a village. Well done.

   Memorial contributions may be made either to the Alzheimer’s Foundation or to the Melissa McDonald Prayer Shawl Ministry of Mount Sinai Baptist Church, 389 Swamp Road, Hertford, NC 27944.

   Miller & Van Essendelft Funeral and Cremation Providers, 1125 Harvey Point Road, Hertford, is assisting the family with arrangements.