Jolene Carol Stromquist

Jolene Carol (Remy) Stromquist, 82, peacefully passed away on August 7, 2026, at home, surrounded by her loving family. Born on June 8, 1944, in Longmont, Colorado, she was the cherished daughter of Albert Remy, Jr. and Dorothy (Wall) Remy. Growing up in the close-knit mining town of Firestone, she gathered many treasured memories with her grandparents, parents, and siblings. Later, she attended Longmont High School, where she met her future husband and lifelong best friend, Luke Stromquist.

After graduating from Longmont High School in 1962, Jolene continued her education at Colorado State University and the University of Northern Colorado. She proudly earned her business degree and teaching license in 1966. That same year, Jolene and Luke were married on December 4 at First Lutheran Church in Longmont, Colorado. Soon after, the newlyweds settled on the family farm southeast of Longmont. Jolene’s love for nature and animals flourished in this setting, a love she would pass onto her husband, children, and grandchildren.

As Luke worked alongside his father to establish the farm, Jolene dedicated herself to teaching junior high school business classes at Mead Junior High and Longmont Junior High. When their daughters Shannon arrived in 1970 and Sloane followed in 1974, Jolene chose to leave the classroom, wanting to be fully present for those precious early years. Together, she and Luke gave their girls a joyful, carefree childhood on the farm, instilling a deep love for the land, its creatures, and the strength of family bonds.

When their daughters grew old enough for school, Jolene returned to working outside the home. She taught business classes in night school and also took on a role as an administrative assistant at a local tech company. Throughout it all, Jolene and Luke were a true partnership.

After Jolene’s daughters had their own families, she spent her retirement caring for her grandchildren while their parents taught in local schools. Jolene’s grandchildren fondly remember her everpresent smile at every celebration, concert, game, or dance recital. Just as Jolene selflessly put her children first, she put her grandchildren first as well. Through her quiet acts of kindness, she taught her family the true meaning of empathy, compassion, and strength.

Jolene is preceded in death by her parents, Albert and Dorothy; and her brothers, Don and Darrell. She is survived by her husband, Luke; her children Shannon (Aaron) and Sloane (Kevin); and her grandchildren Scott (Anna) and Maddie (Savannah).

A public service is not planned.