Joy was born on July 13, 1929, to John and Jane Germeraad in Billings, MT. She had a wonderful childhood growing up on a ranch by Billings. Joy shared many memories throughout her life about her six siblings, beloved animals and life on the ranch. After graduating from Billings Senior High, she attended Eastern Montana College, with a major in Education and met her future husband, William. They married on June 10, 1950, and had a love that would last over 60 years. Joy enjoyed her teaching career in Montana and later relocated to Port Angeles, WA, a place that was very dear to her.
During her life Joy was a member of P.E.O. , the Presbyterian Church and several other charities. She loved the outdoors, reading, bridge and spending family and friend time at her Montana cabin. More importantly, Joy was a dedicated and loving mother, and she took great pride in her four girls and grandchildren.
She will be greatly missed by her family. She is survived by her sister Patti Canaris, daughters and son-in-laws; Susan Serrette Egan and David Egan of Redmond, Sandy Bell of Corvallis, OR, Patti and Matt Miller and Liz Serrette and Doug Freeman, of Bellevue, six grandchildren: Andrew Bell, Molly Bell, Sally Malone, Josie Malone, Will Miller, Ryan Miller and many nieces and nephews.
The family would like to thank Lochmoor Adult Family Home for all their support.
Donations may be made to PEO Foundation (checks payable to PEO Foundation, and mailed to 3700 Grand Ave., Des Moines, IA 50312, in memory of Joy Serrette, Chapter FM, Port Angeles, WA).
The family will hold a private celebration of life and lay Joy to rest in Port Angeles. Condolences may be left at www.dignitymemorial.com
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