Joan was born December 31, 1927, Fort Dodge, IA, the daughter of Clarence C. and Vernice V. (Bautz) Ruebel, she graduated from Fort Dodge Senior High School in 1945. Following high school, she attended Fort Dodge Jr. College. Joan worked at several offices in Fort Dodge before she began a 13 year-stint as secretary to the superintendent of the Fort Dodge School system. On June 9, 1962, she and Beryl Fuller were married in Fort Dodge. Following their marriage Joan and Beryl made their home in Pierson, IA. Joan worked as city clerk for 24 years for the town of Pierson. Joan was a member of Meadow Star United Methodist Church since 1968. She served as church treasurer for many years. Following her retirement Joan and Beryl continued to live in Pierson. Beryl passed away February 12, 2002, following his death Joan continued to live at their home.
Joan was a member of Meadow Star United Methodist Church where she served as church treasurer for many years.
Joan is survived by her daughter-in-law, Nicolette “Nicky” Fuller, nephew Lee (Connie) Johnson, niece Beth Johnson, nephew Matthew Adams, and many close friends.
Joan was preceded in death by her parents, husband, Beryl and her son, Robert.