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Joeann Nelson
1926 - 2025
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Joeann Nelson Obituary
She had four children and adored being a mother. Joeann was a devout Catholic and was guided by her faith and her love for God. For much of her life, she attended daily Mass-she was a "church hopper". She always found a Mass being said somewhere.
Joeann loved to entertain, and was famous for creating personalized greeting cards, which she called K.A.W. (Kindergarten Art Work). She had a wonderful sense of humor and was truly loved by all.
Joeann is survived by her daughter Gretchen Fritz, her son Joe Fritz (Isabel), and her stepchildren Eric Nelson (Markela), Christine Vaught (Steve), Doug Nelson (Judith), Grant Nelson (Janey), and Buffie Mumm (Brad). She also leaves behind nephews David Yost, Craig Yost (Jane), and niece Judy Knight (Don) as well as many beloved Diepenbrock cousins, and friends. She was preceded in death by her son Christopher Fritz, her daughter Ann Fritz, her loving husband Edgar Nelson, her parents Joe and Ann Diepenbrock, her former husband Fritz H. Fritz, and her nephew Billy Yost.
A memorial Mass will be celebrated on Thursday, September 11, 2025, at 11 a.m. at Immaculate Conception Church, 3263 First Avenue, Sacramento, 95817. Private burial to be held at a later date. Donations may be sent in Joeann's name to Clara's House, 2700 L Street, Sacramento, 95816, or Dominican University, 50 Acacia Avenue, San Rafael, CA 94901.
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Debbie Vacher
Yesterday
Gretchen and family we are so sorry for your loss. She was such a sweet lady! Thoughts and prayers to all of you.
Julia Doyle Crum
September 6, 2025
I will never forget her positive attitude, humor and love of life! And the sweet letter of recommendation she wrote for me. Joanne you taught us so much!
Patti
September 6, 2025
Bless you, Miss Joeann, my Kindergarten teacher at Sierra School. I'll never forget you.
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