Joanne (Forney) Stout, of Pinehurst, North Carolina, affectionately known as Nina, went to heaven Sunday, January 17, 2021, just a few days shy of her 85th birthday.

Born January 26, 1936, in Olney, Illinois, Joanne was the only child of Walter and Marjorie Forney.

She enjoyed reading, Bible study, friends, feeding the birds, and most of all, her family. Her beloved husband, Lou Stout, preceded her in death on Oct. 23, 2007. She cherished time with her daughter, Laura Woodsides (Les) and son, David Vermeulen (Charlene), and adored her two granddaughters, Anna and Grace. Her great-grandchildren, Oliver and Ella, were her delight.

No one could rival Nina’s expertise at wrapping presents, and her generosity and love for others knew no bounds.

Her family is rejoicing that she is now in the presence of Christ, whom she dearly loved.

Boles Funeral Home of Southern Pines, North Carolina