Joanne Laduke

Born in Rockwood, Joanne was the daughter of Almond and Madolyn (Gardner) Chinavare. She married Robert Reaume February 23, 1952. She then married Arthur LaDuke in 2001. Sadly he preceded her in death in 2003. A dedicated homemaker, Joanne also had worked in retail as well working for River Rouge Savings Bank. She was a faithful member of St. Mary Our Lady of The Annunciation Catholic Church in Rockwood, where she served as a Lector and worked on the Funeral Luncheon Committee. Joanne enjoyed playing golf, reading and walking. She loved sports, especially the Detroit Tigers. Joanne also enjoyed going to the Dixie Café every day with her friends after church. Joanne leaves to cherish her memory her children: Linda (William) LaChance of Brighton, William Reaume (deceased) his wife Gail Reaume, Debra Reaume of Stevensville, John (Dana) Reaume of Ft. Benning, Georgia and Kristine Palmer of Highland; her grandchildren: Erin, Amy, Lynea, Lori, Brenna, Tristan and Christopher; 12 great grandchildren; her siblings: Jack (Jeanette) Chinavare, Allen (Gerry) Chinavare, Bill (Sue) Chinavare and Mike (MaryAnn) Chinavare; as well as 7 step-children of the LaDuke family and numerous nieces and nephews. Memorial contributions in honor of Joanne may be made to St. Mary Catholic Church.