She graduated from Snohomish High School in 1956. On January 1, 1965, she married Elmer Opdahl and they were blessed with two daughters, Denise and Rachel. She had a life-long love of horses and riding. She was blessed with many great equine partners over the years including Indian Joe, Spree, Sargent and Jango. She spent many years supporting her daughters in eventing and dressage competitions as well as competing herself. Some of her best times were trail riding with her best buddies Rosemary Mardesich, Sue Davidson, Penny Booker and Toni Baker. She loved her annual trip to Easton with her sister Sarah. She also loved spending time at the beach galloping in the surf. Joan always looked forward to the annual Fobes school reunion – reminiscing with lifelong friends from her childhood. She loved visiting with her close friend Gary Rembold Sr. and going to car shows with him in his classic car. She also enjoyed volunteering at Sarvey Wildlife Care Center.
She is preceded in death by her parents Clark and Julia, husband Elmer and sister Sarah Frazier. She leaves her daughters Denise (Brian) Steensland and Rachel Opdahl, her beloved granddaughter Julianna Opdahl, close friend Gary Rembold Sr., siblings Bruce Beattie and Colleen Davis and many nieces and nephews. She will be greatly missed.
Memorial services will take place on Saturday March 20 at 11 AM at Elim Lutheran Church 11504 26th St. NE Lake Stevens, WA 98258. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to an animal rescue of your choice or the Alzheimers Association.
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