Congressman John Moolenaar made the following statement on the passing of former State Senator Joanne Emmons:
"I am deeply saddened by the passing of my friend Joanne Emmons. She was a dedicated public servant for almost three decades and our state is better off today because of her leadership and commitment to public service. She provided outstanding assistance to her constituents, and she was a faithful steward of taxpayer dollars, while always fighting to defend the lives of the unborn. I join her family and friends in mourning her passing and celebrating her life."
Joanne Emmons passed away on March 31, 2022 at age 88. Joanne served Big Rapids Township as treasurer for a decade starting in 1976. She would go on to serve in the Michigan House of Representatives from 1987 to 1990 and in the Michigan Senate from 1990 to 2002.
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