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Joan M. Trudeau

1925 - 2013

Joan M. Trudeau obituary, 1925-2013, Marshfield, WI

BORN

1925

DIED

2013

Joan Trudeau Obituary

Trudeau, Joan M.

Joan M. Trudeau, 88 of Marshfield died on Tuesday, July 2, 2013 at Ministry St. Joseph's Hospital in Marshfield where she was admitted from Golden Living Three Oaks in Marshfield.

Memorial services will be 11am Tuesday, July 9, 2013 at Rembs Funeral Home with Fr. Jim Logan Officiating. Burial will be in Gate of Heaven Cemetery.

Family will receive relatives and friends from 10am Tuesday at Rembs Funeral Home until time of service.

Joan was born on April 12, 1925 in Glen Haven, WI to Leo and Margaret (Rauch) Harsch. She attended St. John's Parochial School and graduated from Marshfield High School in 1943.

She was united in marriage to James C. Trudeau on February 13, 1946 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Marshfield. Jim died on March 18, 1972 at a young age.

She was employed at Central City Credit Union for over 25 years, worked at the Colby Credit Union and Wing's Hallmark before her retirement.

Joan is survived by her children, Peter and Pat Trudeau of Marshfield, Mike and Marliss Trudeau of Marshfield, Cay Farrington of Edwards, CO, Jerry and Kriss Trudeau of Marshfield, Fred and Sue Trudeau of Marshfield, Roger Trudeau of Tinton Falls, NJ, Pat and Larry Wisniewski of Marshfield, Steve and Pat Trudeau of Marshfield and a daughter-in-law Kerry Trudeau of Marshfield. She is further survived by 25 grandchildren, 7 great grandchildren and a brother Jerry Harsch of Orlando, FL.

Besides her parents and husband Jim, she was preceded in death by a son Joseph in 2008, daughter-in-law Katie Trudeau in 2013, three brothers, Gene, Robert and Norbert Harsch; five sisters, Helen Chedum, Sally Siemers, Adel Johnson, Bernadette "Bea" Allman and Mary in infancy.

Memorials may be designated to Alzheimer's research.

Condolences may be sent online to www.rembsfh.com

Published by Marshfield News Herald on Jul. 5, 2013.
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To the entire Trudeau Family,
You are in my thoughts and prayers. I did not know your mother personally, but obviously she was a remarkable woman to have raised such wonderful children.
Kris Okray, Greenwood

July 9, 2013

So sorry to hear of your mom's death. She was a person who was always smiling, no matter what! I always enjoyed seeing and talking with her. You were fortunate to have her as your mother.

Ginny and Joe Mazza
Marshfield

July 9, 2013

My sympathy goes out to all of the Trudeaus. Ma Bear was always so very nice to me. I was amazed at her ability to remember all of the birthdays of not only her own family but those of all of her friends. I hope that all that knew her will smile when they think of her. She will be missed by all. Rest in Peace.

Perry Kaiser

July 9, 2013

Dear Trudeau family,
So sorry for the passing of your mom. I too, have so many found memories growing up in the neighborhood. What a great strong, inspirational role model! She raised an awesome family and lived being loved and admired!
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all
Kate and Joel Davies

July 8, 2013

Dear Trudeau Family, while growing up (mainly in the Fred, Jerry and Joe era) - your home was a favorite place where I always felt welcome. Thoughts of your mom and whole family bring back wonderful memories. Wishing you peace during this time of loss.

Jeff Morzinski

July 8, 2013

Mike & Marliss, My Deepest Sympathy for the loss of your very dear mom. You are in my Prayers.
Grace Flasch West Bend, Wi.

July 8, 2013

Roger, you and your family have been through so much this past year. My heart goes out to you and yours.

July 8, 2013

Peter and Pat.
Such a happy, sweet person. You were blessed to have her and blessed to know she is with her Savior. Knowing your sorrow is deep, but know that God blessed you with her strength. Our condolences, Paul and Barb Brayer

July 8, 2013

So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Tim and Dorie (Schuetz) Panske

July 8, 2013

Pete & Pat,
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Joan was a wonderful person and I feel blessed to have known her.

Denise Siemers

July 7, 2013

I miss Joan so much at 3 Oaks. She reminded me of my mom towards the end. My sympathy and love go out to all of Joan's children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. She was an amazing lady who raised a most beautiful family in the hardest of circumstances. She joins her husband now, and Joe, my 1970 classmate. I will think of all of you often. God Bless.

Liz Baltus Bertram

July 7, 2013

To the Trudeau Family I offer my deepest sympathy. Your Mother's kind heart has blessed the lives of so many and she will alway be remembered warmly in our hearts.

Jim Braem

July 7, 2013

Mike,please know that you and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers, mothers are special.

Tom Pankratz, Washburn,WI

July 7, 2013

I have always enjoyed Joan spirit and optimism. She will be remembered. My thoughts are with you...

Sherri Waid

July 7, 2013

Joan was just a lovely woman. My sympathy to her family.
Nancy Holleran

July 6, 2013

Dear Trudeau Family,
So sorry to hear about your loss. May God bless you all during this time.
Our Sympathy,
Dave & Terry Theurer
class of '66 & '70

Terry Theurer

July 6, 2013

My sympathies to the whole Trudeau family. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
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Joan Wetterau

July 6, 2013

Fred & Sue and the entire Trudeau Family,

Sincere condolences & sympathy upon the passing of your Mom, Joan. Will always remember her help in securing my 1st car loans back in the late '60's at the credit union and, of course, the great job she did raising her family, particularly after your Dad passed away in the early '70's. A strong woman, to say the least. May she find eternal peace in the arms of God.

Randy Jonas

July 6, 2013

It is a sad time when one loses a mother. Our sympathies to all of you. May your memories be near and dear. Al and Judy Block and family

July 5, 2013

So sorry to hear of Mom's death. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Ruth Komis

July 5, 2013

Pat & Larry, So sorry to hear about your loss. Cherish the memories.

Barb & Emil Brightsman

July 5, 2013

Sorry to learn of your mom's passing, we all will miss Aunt Joan. Dave Johnson

July 5, 2013

Pete, Pat and family, Sorry to see of your mom's passing. You are in our thoughts and prayers always.
~Jim, Jesse and family

July 5, 2013

So sorry for your loss. May your memories bring you peace!

Kate Clanton

July 5, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with the entire family. I worked with Joan at the Colby Credit Union. She was such a joy!

Kathy Friday

July 5, 2013

Dear Trudeau Family,
Our deepest sympathies to you all. Joan was such a great lady. We know she will be greatly missed.

Dave & Sue Schraeder

July 5, 2013

With Deepest Sympathy to the Trudeau family. I got to know Joan when she would volunteer at Soup or Socks. She was always a joy to talk to. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Cheryl Hartl

July 5, 2013

Jerry-Kriss & Family,
Sorry to hear of your Mom's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Andy & Jack

July 3, 2013

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