Joanne Stroebel Obituary

Joanne Stroebel

Auburn Hills - Stroebel, Joanne Hyatt of Auburn Hills passed away on February 11, 2018 after a long illness. Beloved wife of Jack Stroebel for 57 years. Loving mother of Mark, Sarah (Michael) Saggau and Daniel. Devoted grandmother to Sophina, Alex, Sawyer and Luke. She also leaves a brother, James Hyatt, a sister, Elaine Nicklyn and many nieces and nephew. She was preceded in death by her sister, Janice. Joanne was born in Saginaw, MI. Her parents were Wallace and Elizabeth Hyatt. She attended St. Andrews High School and then earned a BA degree and teaching certificate from Central Michigan University followed by a Master's Degree in Education from Oakland University. Teaching and mentoring children was Joanne's lifelong passion and brought her great joy. She taught elementary and middle school students in Framingham, MA, Freeland, Midland and Clarkston, MI. Joanne was a tireless advocate for women's rights and peace and justice. She was a member of St. John Fisher Chapel where she actively participated in social and volunteer groups. She was also a long-time member of AAUW. A funeral mass will be held at St. John Fisher Chapel University Parish 3665 Walton Blvd. Auburn Hills on Friday, February 16 at 10 am. The family will receive friends at the church 9:30 am until time of Mass. A celebration of Joanne's life will take place at Heritage in the Hills Clubhouse, 3851 Hillsdale Drive, Auburn Hills from noon-3 pm on Sunday, March 18, 2018. In lieu of flowers, please consider a memorial in Joanne's name to Angela Hospice, 14100 Newburgh Road, Livonia, MI 48154 or Catholic Community Response Team, 132 Franklin Blvd, Suite 203, Pontiac, MI 48341. Please share memories and/or leave condolences on Joanne's guestbook at www.modetzfuneralhomes.com.

Published by The Detroit News & Detroit Free Press on Feb. 15, 2018.
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Dear Jack & Family,

My thoughts & prayers are with you today. I'm so sorry you had to lose your loved one.

Joanne was a loyal dear friend to me since we were teenagers. Our bond was strong. I was so very blessed to have had her in my life.

As our faith teaches us Joanne is now in eternity with her Heavenly Father & our Blessed Mother. What a joy!

God bless each of you in your sorrow. I too will be grieving w/you & praying for comfort & peace in the days ahead.

Fondly, Mary Shay Koga

February 16, 2018

Jack, Joanne was a wonderful woman whose life was spent in teaching justice by the way she lived and the causes she espoused. Please accept my expression of sympathy and support.

S. Mary Ann Dixon
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February 14, 2018

Jack, we are so saddened to hear of Joanne's passing. She was a dear woman. I was privileged to know her. You will miss her greatly, I know. Bill and I are so sorry for your loss. Love, Karen

Karen o'Connor

February 14, 2018

It is with saddened hearts that we hear about the passing of Joanne Stroebel. She was a beautiful, intelligent force with a genuine concern for the well being of others. We remember Joanne as the one who organized the most memorable, fun times for our New Year's Group. Oh, the stories we would love to share. Our warm thoughts go out to Jack, a most loving and caring husband to Joanne.

Ann and Owen Sutherland

February 13, 2018

Elaine and family, So sorry for the loss of your sister. May you have wonderful memories of her life that bring you smiles. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Nikki Blakeslee

February 13, 2018

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Visitation

9:30 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.

St. John Fisher Chapel University Parish

3665 Walton Blvd., Auburn Hills, MI

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16

Funeral Mass

10:00 a.m.

St. John Fisher Chapel University Parish

3665 Walton Blvd., Auburn Hills, MI

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18

Celebration of Life

12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Heritage in the Hills Clubhouse

3851 Hillsdale Drive, Auburn Hills, MI

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