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Joel Tallon

1963 - 2025

Joel Tallon obituary, 1963-2025, Bishop, CA

BORN

1963

DIED

2025

Joel Tallon Obituary

Joel passed away peacefully with his wife Kelly by his side after a long hard fight with Huntington's Disease. Joel was preceded in death, with his parent's Billie and Paulette Tallon, brother Noel Tallon, sister Jill Tallon, and stepdaughter Anna Bowlan Arnold.
Joel was born May 30th, 1963 in Bishop and remained in Bishop his whole life. Joel had a knack for fixing things. If something was broke he would try to fix it before throwing it away. He became a Diesel Heavy Equipment mechanic by trade. He had a great sense of humor, having fun and a kind heart. Joel loved his family, beer, an outdoors-man, 4X4 adventures in the mountain's, Nascar racing, and being a rock hound.
Joel is survived by his devoted Loving Wife Kelly Tallon, son Jason Tallon, daughter and son-in-law Sara and Brandon Nelson, stepson Corey Bowlan. Grandchildren, Seth Arnold, Summer and Austin Nelson, many friends and family. He will be missed by many.
There will be a celebration of life Saturday, September 13th, 2025 at Millpond concession stand 12 to 4 p.m. this is potluck, burger's will be provided, bring a chair, seating is limited. In honor of Joel, the family asks for you to wear your favorite graphic T-shirt or hat, and bring the stories.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Inyo Register on Sep. 4, 2025.

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