Joanne Lois Brion, 95, passed away peacefully on November 4, 2026, at her home, surrounded
by her loving family.
Joanne was born at home in the Town of Albion to Orrie and Julia Olson on April 9th, 1931,
She married the love of her life, Walter “Bud” Brion on December 10th, 1949. Together they had
four beautiful children, Peggy (Cal) Balthozar, Cynthia (Curt) Petersen, Debbie (Jeff) Ojibway
and Terrance (Kari) Brion.
Joanne will be remembered for her strong faith and her family that meant everything to her. She
treasured every moment spent with her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. Some
of the fondest memories her grandchildren will carry with them are the many car rides to get ice
cream and all the fun activities and adventures she shared with them. She had a special way of
making ordinary moments unforgettable.
Joanne was also famous for her homemade chocolate chip cookies, a favorite treat that will
forever bring smiles and warm memories to her family.
She was a proud grandmother to eight grandchildren: Ryan Petersen, Lyndsey Petersen, Wendy
Clugston, Kelsey Stringham, Leslie Svoma, MacKensi Brion, Carter Brion, and Sydney Brion.
Her family continued to grow with the blessing of 21 great-grandchildren.
Joanne is further survived by her brothers, Michael Olson and Robert Olson.
She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Walter; two of her children, Debbie and
Terrance; her parents, Orrie and Julia Olson; her sisters, Orrine O’Brien and Geraldine Bauer.
Joanne’s 95 years were filled with love, family, adventures, laughter, dancing, and countless
memories. She leaves behind a family who will forever cherish the traditions she created, the
cookies she baked, the adventures she shared, and, most of all, the love she gave so freely.
Though her chair may be empty and her home a little quieter, her love will continue to fill the
hearts of all who knew her.
Forever loved, forever missed, and never forgotten.
Funeral services for Joanne will take place Monday, November 16, 2026, at the Immanuel
Lutheran Church in Strum at 11:00 a.m.. Pastor Terry Lorenz will officiate. Friends and family
are invited to visitation from 9:00 a.m. until the time of service.
The Schiefelbein Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements, 715-597-3711.
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