Joan H. Strauss died Monday August 7th 2023. She was 101 years old.
She was the beloved wife of Werner S. Strauss, who preceded her in death. Joan was the loving mother of Renee Dawson and Larry Strauss (Katherine), grandmother of Adina S Gadell (Tim), and great-grandmother of Mya and Kai Gadell.
Joan got her start in advertising writing and became an accomplished children’s writer with many short stories published throughout her many years of writing, teaching and volunteering at schools. She was an avid tennis player throughout her life and a former Girl Scout Leader.
Services will be graveside at Oheb Shalom Cemetery, Reisterstown, Maryland, on Tues August 15th at 11:00 AM
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Horizons Hampton Roads or the charity of one’s choice in her loving memory.
Past Services
Cemetery
Tuesday August 15, 2023
11:00 am
Additional Information:
Oheb Shalom Cemetery – Reisterstown, Maryland
Joan volunteered to read for many years with our students at Woodstock before Covid-19 hit. What a wonderful woman with so many amazing stories to tell. May she rest in peace. Our thoughts and prayers are with her family and friends. 🙏
Dear Renee,
Our deepest sympathies and prayers are with you during this difficult time. May you find comfort in the beautiful memories you shared with your mother.
May her memory be a blessing to you and the family.
With love dear friend,
Joan & Ken Johnson
To Renee and Larry, We are so sorry about your Mom’s passing. She was a great friend and neighbor and the light of our neighborhood. We will miss her…!
Desi and Helga Ramos.