Joan Denise Crooks

Joan Denise Crooks, 60, passed away December 19, 2016 in Post Falls, Idaho. A celebration of life will be held July 15, 2017. Joan was born August 31, 1956 in Richardton, North Dakota. She lived in Mott, North Dakota and Elgin, Illinois. On February 12, 1977, she married Dale Francis Crooks in Mott, North Dakota. Joan began her career in health care at the Panhandle Health District in 1989. In 1992 she worked with the Department of Health and Walfare Program in Kellogg, Idaho. She completed the Surgical Tech Program I Boise, Idaho. Then she went to Apollo College in Spokane with ethe Medical Assistance Program. From there, she worked both the front and back office at Panhandle Health District until her passing. Joan loved gardening. She is survived by her loving husband Dale F. Crooks Sr. of the family home in Post Falls, Idaho; one son Dale F. Crooks Jr.; one daughter Amanda Crooks; one grandson Elijah J. Crooks Mour; three brothers Frank (Ramona Swindler) R. Jordan, Bernard (Leann) P. Jorda and Thomas (Arlys) M. Jorda; three sisters Mary (Norman) Mezey, Kathleen A. Bickel, and Elizabeth (Thomas) J McCullough; and numerous nieces and nephews. Joan was preceded in death by her parents. The family suggests that memorials may be made to Hospice of North Idaho 9493 N Government Way Hayden, Idaho 83835. The family wishes to extend their gratitude fro the care and loving support given by family, friends, and especially the co-workers of Panhandle Health District.