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Personal note from ‘A twist on Lutheran DOGma’ Article from January 6, 2016. Written by North/West Lower Michigan Synod

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It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of Rev. Joan Herbon, born on Dec 11, 1953. A pillar of her community and cherished member of her family, Joan's life was guided by her immense faith and her unwavering dedication to serving others.

Joan is survived by her loving family: her son Michael Herbon, her daughter Judy Book, her grandsons Jacob and Ethan Herbon, her granddaughters Ella Herbon, Talitha Collicott, and Shirley Book. …

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Please accept my condolences at your mother's death. I appreciated having her as a student at Trinity Lutheran Seminary…
Please accept my condolences at your mother's death. I appreciated having her as a student at Trini…
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Lord of Life Lutheran Church

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Leader Dogs for the Blind

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Guide Dogs for the Blind

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What were Joan's favorite local spots?
When she lived in Colorado her favorite place was on top of Pikes Peak while she san…
When she lived in Colorado her favorite place was on top of Pikes Peak while she sang the song…
When she lived in Colorado her favorite place was on top of Pikes Peak while she sang the song, “America the Beautiful.”
What were Joan's favorite ways to spend free time?
Spending time with her family and church family. Raising her Paws fur babies. Going …
Spending time with her family and church family. Raising her Paws fur babies. Going on walks a…
Spending time with her family and church family. Raising her Paws fur babies. Going on walks and nature adventures.
What were Joan's favorite movies?
Field of Dreams, Princess Bride, You’ve Got Mail and anything with Tom Hanks
Field of Dreams, Princess Bride, You’ve Got Mail and anything with Tom Hanks
Field of Dreams, Princess Bride, You’ve Got Mail and anything with Tom Hanks
What were Joan's favorite books?
Authors: Ann Rice & Dean Koontz
Authors: Ann Rice & Dean Koontz
Authors: Ann Rice & Dean Koontz

Timeline

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Born

December 11th, 1953
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Graduated from high school

1972
Muskegon, MI
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Had a child, Judy Book

1979

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Cause of death

Cancer

Method of disposition

Cremation

Final resting place

Ashes scattered

Colorado, Pier in Muskegon, Mi & Vermilion Beach in Upper Peninsula, Mi

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Heritage Senior Living, Kalamazoo Michigan

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