Joan E. Carlson, age 74, passed away in Moriarty, NM on February 5, 2016. She was born on June 23, 1942 in Lubbock, Texas. Joan was a corrections officer with C.C.A. for 13 years. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her. Joan is preceded in death by her Father, Arlie Pope and Son, Johnny F. Rich Jr. She is survived by her Mother, Ruth Jennings of Estancia, NM; Daughter Arleen A. Rich of Moriarty, NM; Brother, John Pope and Grandson, Andrew Martin Rich. A Viewing is scheduled for Tuesday February, 9, 2016 from 9:00 A.M. to 10:00 A.M at the Harris Hanlon Mortuary in Moriarty, NM followed by a Graveside Service at the Estancia Cemetery in Estancia, NM at 10:30 A.M. Pallbearers will be Andrew Rich, Bob Walton, John Rich and Mike Rich.