Joan M. Wyss (Jo, Joanie), age 73, passed away on Wednesday, December 16, 2015 surrounded by her family at home. She courageously battled against COPD brought on by smoking. Joan was born on June 27, 1942 to Leo and Iva (Rabe) Kohl at the Deacon Hospital in Monroe, WI. She graduated from Monroe High School in 1960. Joan and David Wyss were united in marriage on March 30, 1962 at the Evangelical United Brethren Church in Monroe, WI. She worked at various places throughout her life, but spent most of her years at the Monroe Clinic, The Orthopedic Clinic, and finally retired from Monroe Credit Bureau. Joan enjoyed Nascar races, horse racing, crocheting, and various crafts in her younger years. Joan was a member of the Moose Lodge. She loved spending time with her family and friends. She was always ready to give advice, lend an ear, or help out in any way she could. She had a witty sense of humor and was quick with a retort if needed.

Joan is survived by her husband of 53 years, David of Monroe; a son, Randy (Carol) Wyss of Monroe; a daughter, Michelle (Terry) Wyss Ellwanger of Beloit; sons-in-law, Dennis Lewey of Monroe and Greg Markham of Germantown; her mother, Iva Kohl of Monroe; sisters: Nancy (John) Schultz of Gratiot; Shirley Drake of Folsom, CA; Katherine (William) Greenwood of Okemos, MI; sisters-in-law, Carol Ferguson and Diane Wyss both of Monroe; brother-in-law, Roger Wyss of Monroe; grandchildren: Sydnee Wyss, Garrett Wyss, Austin Lewey, Kolten Ellwanger, Cade Markham, and Graci Markham; step-granddaughter, Trista (Jeff) Smith; step-great grandchildren, Ethan and Emilie Smith; several nephews, nieces, other relatives, and friends. She was preceded in death by her father, Leo Kohl; her daughters ("dollies"), Lynn Wyss and Staci Markham; parents-in-law, Walter and Mary Wyss; a brother-in-law, Dennis Ferguson; and some dear friends.

Funeral service will be 11:00 a.m. Monday, December 21st, at the Shriner-Hager-Gohlke Funeral Home in Monroe, WI with Pastor Pat Soddy officiating. Burial will be held in the Greenwood Cemetery, Monroe. Visitation will be held Sunday, December 20th from 2:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m., at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund will be established.

The family extends their deep gratitude to the nurses and staff at the Monroe Hospital, Woods Crossing, New Glarus Home, and Monroe Hospice (Lisa, Kelsey, Jessica, Angie, and Irene) for the wonderful care and support given these last five months.

Condolences may be sent to the family at: shriner111.com.