March 29, 2024

Joann Borthwick, age 82, of Ulysses, Kansas died Friday, March 18, 2016 at Bob Wilson Memorial Hospital in Ulysses, Kansas. She was born August 1, 1933 in Beeler, Kansas, the daughter of Harold McCartney and Laura (Baker) Borthwick.

Joann grew up in Beeler and graduated from Beeler High School in 1951. She was a resident of Garden City before moving to Ulysses in 2012. Joann enjoyed bowling, golfing, crocheting and going to the Grant County Senior Center.

She is survived by nephews, Larry Borthwick and wife Paulette, Jerry Borthwick and wife Cindy, Marvin Borthwick and wife Rae Lynn, Bryan Borthwick and wife Carla all of Ulysses, Kansas; niece, Nancy Borthwick of Ulysses, Kansas; four great-nieces, three great-nephews, three great-great-nieces and three great-great-nephews. 

Joann is preceded in death by her parents; and brothers, Fred Borthwick and H. Mason Borthwick; and sister, Helen Borthwick.

There will be no service. Cremation has taken place with inurnment at a later date. Memorial contributions may be given to the Grant County Senior Center in care of Garnand Funeral Home, 405 W. Grant Ave, Ulysses, KS 67880.