Obituary for Joan Mohrland

JOAN MOHRLAND

Joan M. Mohrland, 90, of Janesville died Sept. 14, 2023, in her home.

She was born Jan. 13, 1933, to George and Heartha (Pagel) Sutte in Merrill. Joan married Herman Mohrland on Feb. 12, 1972. He preceded her in death on Nov. 13, 2002.

She was a longtime and active member of Christ Ev. Lutheran Church in Clinton. Joan worked at Tom Peck Ford for many years in the office and as a driver. She also worked in the hospitality industry managing all aspects of the restaurant business. Joan and her son traveled to many home and away games as well as going to Super Bowl XXXII in San Diego as they rooted for the Green Bay Packers. She loved to travel to many NASCAR races throughout the country with her son, Richard. She also enjoyed cooking, canning, and sewing. Joan thrived living in a rural setting as she embraced her vegetable and flower gardens, and caring for her dogs, cats and chickens. She volunteered at Caritas, Bethesda and with the Ladies Aid at Church. JoJo will be sadly missed by all.

She is survived by her son, Richard; her two brothers, Dennis (Joanne) Sutte and Arlo Sutte; and her sister, Illa (Delbert) Vertz

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; her two sons, Alfred and Joey and her brother, Fred.

Joan’s funeral service will be 1 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 23, at Christ Evangelical Lutheran Church, 300 High Street, Clinton, with the Rev. Andrew M. Harris officiating. Friends will be received on in the church from 11 a.m. until the time of service.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared on the Brian Mark Funeral and Cremation Care website.

Brian Mark Funeral and Cremation Care, 504 Milwaukee Road, Clinton, 608-362-2000, www.brianmarkfh.com.