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JoEtta Hash Obituary

JoEtta A. Hash, born January 24, 1947, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Saturday April 7, 2012. She succumbed to lung cancer after a valiant three year battle. She is survived by her twin sister Jackie (Fred) Claussen and her two daughters Jessica (Mike) Walton and Stephanie (Colin) Celestin. She also leaves behind four beautiful grandchildren, many nieces and nephews, and her loving black lab 'Sadie'. She worked tirelessly for 25 years to bring peace and comfort to the elderly in her long career as a Social Services Director with various nursing homes. She will be remembered for her love of the outdoors including camping and gardening, her passion for family, her love of quilting and all things crafty. Her many adventures took her all over the globe, including Greece, Italy, England and France. A gathering to celebrate her life will be held Friday April 27, 2012 at 11:30am, at Town and Country Lutheran Church, 4049 Marconi Avenue, Sacramento.

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Published by Sacramento Bee on Apr. 21, 2012.

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Phoebe and Patrick Celestin

April 16, 2024

She raised a beautiful daughter. I miss sharing our grandchildren together. She is truly missed.

Tom Gilchrist

April 27, 2012

Oh my gosh, what a bright light in the world JoEtta has been and will be forever for me! The mention of her name brings a smile. She was a pillar of support for my classes at Mission Avenue School and a friend that shred her raucous joy so easily. Besides the many fabulous experiences at school, we traveled together and had parties at her house. Such great times! What joy there is in heaven today with her organizing events along with Janet and Lorrie! I love you girls, thanks for your care and attention to her the last years. Tom Gilchrist (Mr. G)

Emily Brooks

April 26, 2012

Over the years I had many great visits with JoEtta. She made me smile and we laughed often. She had a quick wit and a wonderful sense of humor. She leaves behind beautiful, caring children who will carry on her memories and keep her alive.

Teresa Heston-Rojas

April 25, 2012

What wild and wonderful memories I have of our childhood adventures. JoEtta was such an important person in my life and Jessica and Stephanie were the sisters I never had. I will think of her often and the special times we all shared. Your in my thoughts and prayers.

Jean Meyer

April 25, 2012

My thoughts are with JoEtta's family, and I wish you all peace.
Jean Meyer

Nancy Crooks

April 24, 2012

She was a good friend in high school. We will miss her. Nancy

Pam Kozlowski

April 23, 2012

I'm so very sorry. I remember JoEtta's smile and laughter. My prayers are with you.

April 23, 2012

We really enjoyed our telephone visits last year. She was always upbeat and didn't let her problems get her down. We also have fond memories of her last visit here--finding the old Claridge house and our time together. She will be missed--and remembered--and prayed for! We'll be thinking of you.
Harley and Margaret Swenson, Bismarck, N.D.

Gordy & Jeannie Strandemo

April 23, 2012

Joetta was a very special lady. I will always remember her positive attitude even during her illness. - and, of course, her great sense of humor, her email forwards were always ones I read, because they always could make ya laugh.

April 23, 2012

Our deepest sympathy to the family. LeRoy is JoEtta's cousin. We lived far
apart for many years did not see one another. Enjoyed Her visit to NE for the Sept family reunion and our 50th wedding anniversary. Will not be able to attend the funeral service, as I have people coming in from out of town at work. JoEtta will be missed

Martha Skamel

April 22, 2012

Shared an apartment with JoEtta & Miki back in the 60's. Many wonderful memories. They both took me in and made me feel like family. Thanks for being a special friend!

Phoebe Celestin

April 22, 2012

In deepest sympathy and condolence we light this candle to all of Joetta's family,especially her sister, her daughters, grandchildren and nieces and nephews.

Phoebe an Patrick Celestin

April 22, 2012

JoEtta celebrated life and shared her enthusiasm with everyone around her. I will always have fond memories of our times together especially the camping trips when our kids were little. She will be missed!

Madonna

Miki Smith

April 22, 2012

My first apartment mate and good friend. So many good memories. Thanks Jo.

Mickie Turner

April 22, 2012

We have always lived so far apart, what few times we were able to get together in our lives we would such laughs. She will be missed.

Mardon and Janice at Yosemite a couple of years ago.

Mardon Reiner (Brown)

April 21, 2012

My sister, Janice, and I would like to extend our heartfelt sympathy to Joetta's family. We attended Hiram Johnson High School with Joetta and Jackie. We are saddened to learn of Joetta's illness and passing.

April 21, 2012

I miss her every day. She was like a sister to me and we had great times traveling and camping together. She was so talented. Our love goes out to her daughters, grandchildren and sister Jackie. We love you all. Bonnie and Elmer

April 21, 2012

Good bye to my wonderful sister.

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