Joan Beryl (Shaw) Hesseling

life story

A devoted wife, loved and cherished mom, beloved sister and an amazing Nan.

Joan Beryl (Shaw) Hesseling, 79 years old of Lakeville, MN passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, July 17, 2025.

Born March 25, 1946 in Coventry, England to Jack and Joyce Shaw. Joan met her beloved husband, Jerry Hesseling, while he was serving in the US Air Force in England. They married on December 6, 1969, spending 55 years of marriage together.

Joan is survived by her husband, Jerry Hesseling; three children: daughter, Julie and Scott Coleman; sons, John Hesseling and Justin Hesseling; four cherished grandchildren: Ben Coleman, Elizabeth Hesseling, Jack Hesseling and Danielle Coleman, all of Lakeville, MN. Much loved siblings; sister, Jean and Mick John of Coventry, England and brother, Jim and Anne Shaw of Edgmond, England. Brothers-in-law and Sisters-in-law; Jean Wilkinson, Jeff and Cindy Hesseling, Jane Stelpflug, Joyce Seng, Joe Hesseling, John and Lori Hesseling. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews, who brought her great joy throughout her life.

Preceded in death by: parents, Jack and Joyce Shaw; brother, Jeff Shaw; adored nephew, Paul “Pongo” John; sister-in-law and brother-in-law: Judy and Bill Kaiser.

Joan was a devoted wife to Jerry. She was an amazing, kind hearted, loving Mom to Julie, John and Justin. Joan’s joy and happiness was her grandchildren, Ben, Elizabeth, Jack and Dani. Many of her days were spent with them. She loved watching their sports and being involved in their activities. She was the best Nan ever! The memories she made with her grandkids will last a lifetime. Joan was crafty and a talented seamstress. She enjoyed baking, gardening, making blankets, knitting and craft projects. Joan spent many years bowling in a league at Lakeville Bowl. Many of her dearest friends were those she met through her love of bowling.

Joan’s love and kindness will remain forever in the hearts of those who were blessed to know her.

A memorial service at Fort Snelling National Cemetery will be held at a later date.