Joanne E. Groth
December 19, 1929 ~ April 10, 2025
We are saddened to announce the passing of Joanne Elizabeth (Bartholomay) Groth Thursday, April 10, 2025 surrounded by her family at Essentia Health Hospital.
Joanne was born December 19, 1929 in Fargo, ND to Frank and Blanche (Briscoe) Bartholomay. She grew up in Leonard and West Fargo, graduating from Fargo Central High School in 1947.
She worked various jobs in the Fargo area which included Don’s Hamburger Shop on 8th street where she met her first husband, Donald Little. Joanne worked at Wimmers Jewelry for 31 years which included three generations of the Wimmer family. In 1981, Joanne married Wayne Groth and moved to the family farm in Nome, ND. Joanne loved living the farm life with Wayne. She was a member of the Fargo Eagles Auxiliary, and she served in many local and state positions in the women’s Auxiliary for over 67 years.
Joanne is survived by her 5 children, Deborah Little of Sacramento, CA, Pamela (Wayne) Rud of Fargo, ND, Brenda (Larry) Freyholtz of Fargo, ND, Brian (Stacy) of Fargo, ND, and Brent in Hendersonville, TN; 7 grandchildren, Jarrett (Katie Bruner) Halverson, Erick (Gabby) Halverson, Traci (Becky Evenson) Rud, Melissa (Andrea) Johnson, Kathryn (Sam) Visser, Michael Little, Maggie (Jason) Beltz, Nicholas (Emily) Crocker, Corey Crocker, Catherine ( Mitch Sierra) Groth, Robert Groth; 12 great grandchildren; and 3 great-great grandchildren; and special nephew, Kevin (Joyce) Groth.
Joanne was preceded in death by her husband, Wayne; 4 sisters; 3 brothers; daughter in law, Nanette Little; and stepdaughter, Deb Crocker.
A funeral service will take place at 10:30 AM Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at Riverview Place Chapel, Fargo. A visitation will take place one hour prior to services. Joanne will be put to final rest in St Petri Cemetery in Nome, ND.
Joanne’s family extends their sincere thanks to Essentia Health and Hospice of the Red River Valley for helping with this difficult time.
Memorials can be made to Hospice of the Red River Valley, Fargo.
Services
Visitation - Tuesday: April 15, 2025 9:30 am - 10:30 am
Riverview Place Chapel
5300 12th St S
Fargo, North Dakota 58104
(701) 237-4700
https://www.chilivingcommunities.org/locations/north-dakota/riverview-place
Funeral Service - Tuesday: April 15, 2025 10:30 am
Riverview Place Chapel
5300 12th St S
Fargo, North Dakota 58104
(701) 237-4700
https://www.chilivingcommunities.org/locations/north-dakota/riverview-place
God bless the happy times, the memories and all the stories we’ve shared. We treasure the friendship of Joanne’s children, grandchildren, nieces and nephews. With heartfelt sympathy and love – The Wimmer Families
I knew Joanne through Riverview. She was so nice to everyone and always had a smile to share. Joanne made this world a good place! Rest in peace sweet Joanne!
I work at Riverview in the dining room. I so enjoyed seeing Joanne for the evening meal. She was so kind and grateful. She will be missed by all of us. May she rest in eternal peace.
My Dear Mom –
I was truly blessed to have you as my mother. You were so much a part of my life and I have so many wonderful memories of us that will never be forgotten!
You will always have a special place in my heart.
I love you my dear Momma.
Brenda
TO THE FAMILY OF JOANNE SORRY FOR A LOSS OF A GREAT MOM AND LADY!! SHE WILL BE DEEPLY MISSED.
ORLIN
OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO THE FAMILY OF PAM, WAYNE, TRACI, AND MELISSA RUD, AND OF THE REST OF JOANNA’S CHILDREN. PAM AND I WORKED TOGETHER FOR MANY YEARS. GREAT MEMORIES OF GREAT PEOPLE AND THE VALUES THEY IMPARTED TO THEIR CHILDREN ARE A GREAT GIFT TO ALL ! MAY THE MULTITUDE OF MEMORIES SURROUND YOU ALL IN THE WARMTH OF THOUGHTS OF PLEASANT TIMES IN YOUR LIVES AND FAMILY LIVES ! MY HOPE WOULD BE FOR SMILES, PEACE, AND CALMNESS TO SURROUND YOU WITH QUIET FEELINGS OF LOVE AND KINDNESSES AMONG YOU ALL ! GOD GIVE YOU THE STRENGTH TO TURN SADNESS AND MEMORIES INTO PEACE AND FOOD FOR YOUR SOULS ! VERY WARM REGARDS FROM THE DUNNELL’S…..CHARLES, NATHAN, JOSHUA, AND THE LATE WIFE OF CHARLES OF 54 + YEARS, “BONITA” !
Joanne volunteered at The Village Family Service Center and I got to hang out with her every couple of months. She always had great stories about working at Wimmer’s. She and the other volunteers would talk about their children and grandchildren. I grew to admire all of them. Joanne was a delight to be around and I really looked forward to her volunteer visits. I feel lucky to have known her. My thoughts are with her family, know she loved you very much.
Kelly Lynch
Steve and Kristie Reinke