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Joyce Cecilia Carlson Strahan

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Birth	:	15 Jun 1923 Sioux City, Woodbury County, Iowa, USA
Death	:	22 Dec 2021 Arcata, Humboldt County, California, USA
Burial	:	Saint Bernard's Cemetery, Eureka, Humboldt County, USA
Coordinate	:	40.7717934, -124.1895065
Description	:	Joyce Strahan 1923-2021 Joyce Strahan died peacefully in her home of natural causes on Wednesday, December 22, 2021. She was born June 15, 1923 in Sioux City, Iowa to Merritt and Esther Carlson. Joyce graduated from Central High School in Sioux City and attended Wayne State University in Wayne, Nebraska where she met her husband, Donald F Strahan. They were married on March 13, 1943, and together raised six children. During their life together, they lived in Arcata, California from 1956 to 1960 and again from 1966 until 1985, when Don held administrative positions at Humboldt State University.... Read More	Joyce Strahan 1923-2021 Joyce Strahan died peacefully in her home of natural causes on Wednesday, December 22, 2021. She was born June 15, 1923 in Sioux City, Iowa to Merritt and Esther Carlson. Joyce graduated from Central High School in Sioux City and attended Wayne State University in Wayne, Nebraska where she met her husband, Donald F Strahan. They were married on March 13, 1943, and together raised six children. During their life together, they lived in Arcata, California from 1956 to 1960 and again from 1966 until 1985, when Don held administrative positions at Humboldt State University. She was preceded in death in 1985 by her husband of 42 years. After Don's death, Joyce continued to live in Arcata and became a longtime volunteer for Mad River Community Hospital, Hospice, and delivered Communion to home bound parishioners of Saint Mary's Catholic Church. She enjoyed spending time with a close group of friends. A highlight of her life was a gift from all her children for her eightieth birthday - a trip to Rome and the Vatican. She was accompanied by her son Don, and her grandson Doug and his wife, Anna. Joyce was a devoted mother and wife. She provided the foundation for her family while encouraging Don to continue his advanced education and educational career. Some of her strengths as a mother included being able to instill a value system in her children that focused on being supportive of one another and being contributing members of the community. Joyce enjoyed looking at house designs and being a bargain hunter. Antique shopping was a favorite pastime. She and Don were not afraid of a challenge. They built a two-story home on their own when they lived in Arcata from 1956 - 1960. They only used contractors for some electrical and plumbing work. Her family wants to express their gratitude to Visiting Angels Jo Ann Rossen and Jennifer Cline for their love and care of Joyce. Her quality of life was greatly enhanced by the care provided by Jo Ann and Jennifer. Joyce is survived by her children, Sally Nelson (Gunnar) of Redding, California; Don Strahan of Cottage Grove, Oregon; Tim Strahan (Debra) of Fortuna, California; Peggy Ridlon (John) of McKinleyville, California; Mike Strahan (Sue) of Rio Dell, California; and Mary Callens of Arcata, California. She is survived by grandchildren Gary Nelson, Mike Nelson, Doug Strahan, Stephanie Strahan, David Strahan, Kristina Peel (Michael), Craig Callens, Faith Hansen (Evan), and April Hubner (Brian). She also is survived by twelve great-grandchildren. The oldest of three children, she is preceded in death by her parents, a brother, Bud, a sister, Gloria, and a great granddaughter-in-law, Rhyne Callens. Her surviving sister, Joan McDermott lives in Elk Point, South Dakota Reciting of the Holy Rosary will be at Paul's Chapel in Arcata on Wednesday, December 29 at 7 p.m. A funeral mass will be held at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Arcata, on Thursday, December 30 at noon followed by interment at St. Bernard's Cemetery in Eureka. A celebration of life will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Mad River Hospital or Hospice of Humboldt County. Arrangements entrusted to Paul's Chapel. ### The obituary above was submitted on behalf of Joyce Strahan's loved ones. The Lost Coast Outpost runs obituaries of Humboldt County residents at no charge.

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Joyce Cecilia Carlson Strahan's memorial is located at: Saint Bernard's Cemetery, Eureka, Humboldt County, USA.
When did Joyce Cecilia Carlson Strahan death?
Joyce Cecilia Carlson Strahan death on 22 Dec 2021 in Arcata, Humboldt County, California, USA
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Latitude: 40.7717934
Longitude: -124.1895065

Family Members:

Parent

Merritt Stone Carlson

(1900 - 1972)

Esther Eleanor Savary Carlson

(1900 - 1971)

Spouse

Dr Donald Frank Strahan

(1921 - 1985)

Siblings

Merritt Stephen Carlson

(1926 - 2015)

Gloria Mae Frances Carlson Baumberger

(1927 - 2007)

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