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JoAnn Hempstead passed away peacefully in her sleep at her home in Pipe Creek, Texas, on July 7, 2026. She was preceded in death by her parents, Mack and Rose Chastain Young. She is survived by her husband, Harvey Hempstead, Jr.; her sons, Mark Hempstead and his wife, Beth; Brian Hempstead; and Brad Hempstead; her daughters, Lenda and her husband, Rob Krantz; and Laura and her husband, Dusty Dees; her grandchildren, Dustin Dees and his wife, Myrissa; Shannon and her husband, Tyler Lasley; Robert Krantz; Andrew Krantz and his wife, Catherine; Mitchell Hempstead and his fiancé, Maddie; and Matthew Hempstead; and her great-grandson, Jedidiah Dees. She was born on April 5, 1940, in Dallas, Texas, and graduated from North Dallas High School at age 17. She met Harvey Hempstead the same year and, three months later, on November 23, 1957, they were married. During their marriage, Harvey worked in construction and at times was away from home on building projects. Because her family owned a skating rink, JoAnn learned to roller skate at a young age and became a professional roller skater, competing and eventually teaching to earn additional income for the family. JoAnn became a full-time homemaker and mother as each of the five children was born. She had only three deliveries because Lenda and Laura, as well as Brian and Brad, were sets of twins. As if rearing her family wasn’t enough, she excelled at painting and decorating. This young family moved several times following Harvey’s work, to Ames, Iowa; Kansas City, Missouri; Irving, Texas; Mobile, Alabama; Baton Rouge, Louisiana; back to Irving, Texas; then to Tulsa, Oklahoma; and ultimately to San Antonio, Texas in 1971. In 1979, she discovered property for sale in Pipe Creek, Texas, which became the family’s homestead for the next 47 years. Her Christian walk began in her teenage years and became the driving force of her life. The family attended Oak Ridge Baptist Church for many years, where she taught Sunday School and Vacation Bible School. JoAnn's life was defined by compassion for others, a giving spirit, and unwavering devotion to her family. She cherished every moment with her loved ones, finding joy in gatherings that filled her home with laughter and warmth. Her kindness and generosity extended beyond her immediate family, positively transforming the lives of her many friends and even strangers. She never met a stranger. She will be remembered for her unselfish spirit, doing more for others than she would ever realize. JoAnn approached every task with pride, determination, and a deep sense of purpose as she ministered to others. Because of her high-spirited, dynamic nature and her faithful love for her Lord, she sought out those who were hurting and in need, helping them behind the scenes. She has now transitioned from life on earth to eternal life with Jesus Christ and has received her reward, the very pursuit for which she lived. She was truly a daughter of the King. Her legacy is one of kindness, compassion, and unwavering faith, which guided her through life's challenges. JoAnn's smile was contagious, and her love for others was boundless. She leaves behind a family that cherishes her memory and a community she enriched. Though she is deeply missed, her legacy lives on in the hearts of those who knew her. Visitation will be held on Saturday, July 18, 2026 beginning at 9:00am, followed by a chapel service at 10:00am at Mission Park Funeral Chapels Dominion. Entombment will follow in the Mission Burial Park North Mausoleum.

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JoAnn Hempstead

April 5, 1940 - July 7, 2026