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Joan Stebbins Obituary
05/16/1951 - 07/31/2025
Joan Laura Stebbins of Brooklyn, Michigan, passed away on Thursday, July 31, 2025, at the age of 74, after a brief but brave battle with cancer. She passed from this earth surrounded by her closest family and friends.
She was born on May 16, 1951, in Toledo, Ohio, to Paul and Marjorie (Donnelly) Sturtz. Joan married Robert Stebbins on August 22, 1981, in Toledo, Ohio. They had 47 wonderful years together until her passing. In her former years, Joan attended Notre Dame Academy, and went on to receive her bachelor and master's degree at the University of Toledo. She was trained in the field of social work and counseling, and influenced many lives while professionally serving her community for over 35 years. Throughout that career in the Toledo area, she worked with individuals with developmental disabilities, vision impairment, and provided support in rehabilitation services as an administrator and a visionary leader. Joan was also a fierce advocate for human rights.
She will live on in remembrance as a strong, assertive woman that spoke her mind, and always stood up for what she believed was right. She was a caring person that laughed easily, and loved to dance! As a spiritual woman, Joan lived life for her family, including her husband, children, much anticipated grandkids, and dogs. Exemplifying love and light, people naturally gravitated to her open arms and genuine smile. Joan has always had a strong affinity for lake life, spending her summers in the Irish Hills enjoying water skiing, and boating. When Joan retired, she fulfilled her dream of living full time at Wamplers lake with Bob, where she loved to host gatherings for family and friends. Joan volunteered for several community events, including Frog Holler Farm festival and food bank fund raisers. She enjoyed music festivals, community culture, and religiously attended local yoga and exercise classes. It is no surprise she was a lover, and fighter, to the very end. Joan will be deeply missed by all who knew her.
Joan is survived by her husband, Bob; children, Brian (Nicole) Stebbins and Laura (Anna) Stebbins; siblings, Barbara (Mike) Infantino, and Richard (Martie) Sturtz; grandchildren, Marjorie, Everett, and Alara Stebbins; several nieces and nephews; and a very large extended family. She was preceded in death by her parents; brother, William Webb; and two beloved dogs, Roxie and Maggie.
Memorial Contributions are suggested to the Humane Society of Jackson County, the Toledo Humane Society, or animal rescue of your choice. Please leave a message of comfort for Joan's family or sign her guestbook at www.EinederFuneralHomes.com.
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Paul Kozy
August 9, 2025
Condolences to Bob and family.
Prayers and Peace for you all,
Sincerely,
Paul and Marcia Kozy
Chip Carstensen
August 8, 2025
So sorry to hear of Joan´s passing. May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief brother. You have my deepest sympathy...
Chris Calmes Borgert
August 7, 2025
I was just thinking of Joan the other day. Not strange - I've thought of her often over the years. She was a good friend. The only time I skipped school in high school it was with Joan - so much fun! Great times at her parents' lake house. Thank you, Joan, for all the good times! My thoughts and prayers are with your family and friends. I know you will be missed!
Ted Sweet
August 5, 2025
I feel very fortunate that we were able to have a visit with Joan and Bob on July 20, 2025.
Joan was the closest thing I had to a sister growing up. I will miss recounting the good old days with her.
We love you, Bob.
Mary Rumschlag
August 5, 2025
My sister, Kate Sturtz Ziegler and I were so sorry to hear about Joan's passing. Our prayers are with you, Bob and your family.
Mary Sturtz Rumschlag
Linda and Mark Stebbins
August 4, 2025
Our deepest sympathy to Bob, Laura and Anna, and Brian and Nicole and the rest of Joan´s family and friends.
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