Joan Pierce, age 86 of Cape Girardeau, MO passed away on September 5, 2020 at her residence. She was born November 26, 1933 in Denver Colorado, daughter of George Robert and Natalie Mae Anderson Work. Joan was a retired School Bus Driver for the Jackson R-2 Schools and a member of the Zion United Methodist Church. Survivors include her daughter Pam (Steven) Doran, stepdaughter Janet (James) Flack, three grandchildren, two step grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband Frank Melvyn Pierce Jr. and parents. A memorial service will be held Saturday, September 12, 2020 at 1:00 PM at the Zion United Methodist Church. Cremation rites were provided by Liley Funeral Home, Marble Hill, MO.