Joan had three children: Nancy, John, and James Patrick. The family enjoyed many activities, including summers and winters in Estes Park, Colorado. They also enjoyed Nebraska football and followed the Huskers to Texas and Florida.
Joan enjoyed gardening and quilting, genealogy, antiquing, bridge club, and many years of coffee clubs. She was a member of P.E.O., Chapter DX, and a member of Lincoln Country Club. She and Don were both very active at Westminster Presbyterian Church and were both Deacons and Elders. A great influence on her life was the ecumenical prayer group, Micah 6:8, that met every Thursday for over 44 years.
Joan was active in mental health programs. She was on the board at the Regional Center and an Ambassador to the Foundation for Mental Health.
She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Donald P. Harrington, and her son, John Harrington. Survivors include Nancy (Rick) Groff, Patrick (Shannan) Harrington, grandchildren Stacey and Patrick Groff, and Ryan, Caden, and Lauren Harrington.
A private memorial service will be held at a later date. Memorials are suggested to Lighthouse, 2601 N St, Lincoln, Nebraska.