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Joyce Poalillo Obituary

Joyce Marilyn Poalillo passed away from heart related issues Thursday, Jan. 3, 2013. She was born in 1931 in Antler, N.D., to Leonard and Ettamae Johnson. After attending North Dakota State University, she moved to Los Angeles, where she met her husband-to-be, Charles Poalillo. Joyce worked with Charles in his commercial photography studio. In 1973, they bought the Casteel Vineyard in Paso Robles and operated it until 1975, when she became a realtor. In her 39-year career, she garnered many honors, such as President of the Board of Realtors and Realtor of the Year. At the time of her death, she was a broker at Coldwell-Banker Premier in Paso Robles. Joyce leaves her husband, Charles; daughter, Susan Garretson; son, Andrew Poalillo (Valerie); and grandchildren Sara and Andrew Garretson and Vanessa and Ashley Von Burg; and sister, Lyleen (Robert). She was preceded in death by her son, Richard.

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Published by San Luis Obispo County Tribune on Feb. 2, 2013.

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Neil & Gisela Olsen

February 21, 2013

We were so sorry to hear about Joyce's passing. Our thoughts and sympathy are with you and your family, Charlie. We always enjoyed visiting with Joyce especially about real estate and the wine business. She was always so friendly.
Best Wishes to All of You.
Neil & Gisela Olsen

Patrick & Karen Lieser

February 17, 2013

Joyce and Charlie were the first folks we met when we moved to Atascadero in 1981. We have many great memories of our interactions over the years with Joyce, both though visiting at their home/vineyard, as well as several real estate transactions. We will always be amazed at her (chidding/yet) precise recollection of events, whether yesterday or 30 years prior! Our love to Charlie, Susan and the family.

Claire Vollmer

February 12, 2013

Joyce was one of the people I always looked up to and could count on during my years in real estate. She and Charlie were so fun and always so willing to help..lots of good memories. Charlie, Susan and Dave.....holding you in my heart

February 11, 2013

Joyce was such a kind and wamn hearted person. I remember her as always having a wonderful outlook on life and enjoyed being around people. She will be missed by everyone who knew her. Tom Wahweotten

Richard Shannon

February 10, 2013

Joyce, Debbie and I will miss you. We always enjoyed your hospitality and love that was shared by you and your family. Rest in Peace.

Melinda and Joe Laraneta

February 7, 2013

Joyce and Charlie have always been so important to Joe and I. Joyce found our home for us in 98 and we have been friends ever since. She will always be remembered and those memories cherished.

Mike and Carol Selby

February 4, 2013

Joyce and Charlie were so important to Michael and me in the early years of our relationship. Joyce mentored me in many ways, and I always appreciated her wisdom and her warmth. She was a very special woman who will not be replaced or forgotten. We send our heartfelt sympathy to her entire family.

Suzanne Yost

February 4, 2013

I kew Joyce through working together for the California Association of REALTORS. She was delightful and I was sorry to read that she had passed away.

February 4, 2013

Susan so sorry to hear about your mom, love to you and your family. I think of you often, Donna Doornbos

Steve&Sue weiss

February 3, 2013

Sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Steve and Sue weiss

Bill & Tessa

February 3, 2013

Willow Creek Road will never be the same.
Those were really the "good old days".
Hang in there, Charlie. You were both loved.
She will be missed

Terry and Pebble Smith

February 3, 2013

Just wanted to say we loved Joyce very much and will miss her dearly. Our love to Charlie and family.

Joe and Cathy LaFayette

February 2, 2013

To Charlie, Susan, David and family:
Charlie and Joyce were some of the first industry people we met when coming to the central coast 11 years ago. Charlie and Joyce hold a special place in our hearts. Our sympathy goes out to the family. She was a dear person.

Patty Rose

February 2, 2013

I was so sad when I heard about Joyce. She has always been an inspiration to so many of us in the real estate world. My heart felt sympathies to you, Charlie and the family. See you at the "celebration".

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