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Joan grew up with a spirit of adventure and a deep love for family. She was known for her generosity, her quick wit, and her passion for traveling, gardening, cooking, volunteering and puzzles. Her greatest joy was spending time with her loved ones at the family cabin on Round Lake. Creating memories filled with laughter, love, and togetherness.
Joan graduated from Denfeld High School in Duluth (1949) and from UMD (1953) with a degree in Home Economics. She married Forrest Huyck in August, 1953, they had two sons, Randy and Jon. After losing her husband (Forrest) in 1979 Joan dedicated her life to raising her sons, volunteering (mission trips) and the United Methodist Women at Brooklyn United Methodist Church. In 2004, she married her lifelong friend Phil Tichenor. Her unwavering faith and resilience were a source of inspiration to all, and her guiding hand will be greatly missed.
She is survived by her husband Phil; sons, Randy (Karen) and Jon (Rachael); sister, Roberta Finch; Nephews, Ben (Tami), Dave (Rachel); Grandchildren, Julie, Kelley, Brad, Simon and Mario; Five Great Grandchildren, Abigail, Isaac, Jacob, Teddy and Lucy; Phil's children Terry (LeAnne), Lani (Bob) and Mike (Becky). She is also lovingly remembered by her step grandchildren and step great grandchildren for her playful spirit and love.
Preceding Joan in death are her parents George and Sue Donaghy and husband, Forrest Huyck.
A Celebration of her life will be held on Saturday, February 22, 2025 at 2:00 p.m. at Heartwood, (500 Heartwood Dr, Crosby, MN 56441). Family and friends are invited to gather in her honor to share memories and celebrate the beautiful life she lived.
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