Joan Pritchard McKeithan, age 90

Joan Pritchard McKeithan, age 90; passed away January 16, 2026.

Born in Rutherford County, she was a retired school teacher having worked at Oakland Elementary School and Chase High School. She was also a member of Spencer Baptist Church having served as Sunday School Teacher, office staff, kitchen volunteer and many other positions.

She is preceded in death by her father, Willie Gray Pritchard; her mother, Mary West Pritchard; her husband, Jerry McKeithan, Sr.; their daughter, Patricia Jan Montgomery; and her siblings, Willie Pritchard, Ernest Pritchard, Pansy Cuthbert, and Brenda Hess.

Joan is survived by her son, Jerry R. McKeithan, Jr. "Mack" and wife, Vimi; grandchildren and their spouses, Joel McKeithan, Jessica Montgomery, Tim McKeithan, Lydia McKeithan and Aaron McKeithan; three great grandchildren, as well as a number of other relatives and friends.

A celebration of her life was held January 21 at Spencer Baptist Church with Rev. Bruce Caldwell officiating.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Spencer Baptist Church.

Online condolences may be made at www.crowemortuary.com. Crowe's Mortuary is assisting the family of Joan McKeithan.