Joan was born on January 4, 1936 north of Terry, MT, the daughter of Roy and Alvina (Martin) Hoagland. She graduated from Terry High School in 1954. Shortly after graduation she married Leonard Wolff. They lived in Terry for several years after marriage, until they moved to baker while Leonard worked in the oil fields. They moved to Miles City in 1967 where they made it their home ever since. Joan was a house wife for several years until she went to work at Holy Rosary Hospital doing laundry from 1978 to 1995 when she retired.
Some of Joan´s enjoyments were crossword puzzles, cross stitching, working in her garden, her home and most of all her children and grandchildren. She was also a wonderful drawing artist.
Joan is survived by her husband Leonard Wolff of Miles City; her mother of Moorehead,MN., her children: Courtney Lynn Wolff(Lori) of West Minister, CO; Gina Ann Wolff of Miles City; Valerie Jo Beretta(John) of Dumont, CO and Troy C. Wolff of Billings, MT; her sisters: Karen Hanson of Denver, CO and Bonnie Meek of St Louis, MO; a brother Gary Hoagland of Moorhead, MN; her grandchildren: James L. Petroff, Rachael J. Brandt (Nick), Daniel E. Petroff(Stephanie) all of Miles City, Courtney L. Wolff Jr. and Jennifer M. Wolff both of Colorado and Adam C Hambsch of Illinois; her great grandchildren: Jayden, Mason, Braden, Bryson, Gracyn, Damon, Peyton, Kryssa, Courtney L. and Conrad L. She was preceded in death by her father, a sister Ann Wolff, and a grandchild Joseph Beretta.
A private family graveside service will be held at a later date in the family lot of the Prairie County Cemetery. Condolences may be made to the family by visiting: www.stevensonandsons.com.
Should friends desire, memorials may be made to American Cancer Society.
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Carola Moline says
Gina,and family, so sorry to hear of your mom passing, we had so many good visits back a few years, just a dear person and one I always liked a lot. please know our thoughts are with you and your family, it’s hard to lose our Moms. in Sympathy Carola Moline
Benna & MelTiensvold says
I am very sorry to learn of Joan’s death. Our thoughts are with you at this very sad time.
Dixie Hoagland Cannon says
Dear Leonard, So sorry you have lost the love of your life. May the Lord comfort and keep you in these coming days. My condolences to all the rest of the family. Blessings, cousin Dixie
Jessie Beehler says
In the short time that I have known Joan and her family, they have all touched my heart. I can’t explain how warming and welcoming you have all been. I pray that all of your fond memories of Joan will help you find peace and comfort in your times of grief. My thoughts are with all of you now and always. Jessie Beehler
Joyce (Midge Young) Buckingham says
Dear Uncle Leonard and family, I was sorry to hear of Aunt Joan’s passing. May your memories keep the pain at bay and knowing she is now with Jesus must be a great source of comfort.
Love Midge
Leslie young says
Our deepest sympathies to your family. Our prayers are with you at this time. I’m the daughter of Donnie young, his mom was Anna Wolff.
Jeanne Martin Neumann says
My thoughts and prayers are with the family of Joan Wolff on her passing.
I remember the kind words she had for Mom and I when Dad was in the hospital at Holy Rosary in MC. She was so helpful.
I will remember her as a kind and thoughtful cousin.
Walt and Linda Koehler says
Words convey so little when hearts feel so much. Sending Joan’s family sympathy and prayers at this sad time.
Tanna Aye says
Leonard, Gina and Families,
My deepest sypathy in your loss. I always enjoyed visiting with Joan at the old HRH. May your memories of her
help overcome your grief.
Tanna Aye
KATHY DAMM says
GINA AND FAMILY
i WAS SADDENED TO HEAR OF THE LOSS OF YOUR MOTHER. WORDS ARE NEVER ENOUGH TO TAKE THE PAIN AWAY BUT DO KNOW I AM KEEPING YOU IN MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS TO ALL.
Tanna Bloxom Martin says
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. When I saw jher picture it brought a smile to my face. I could here her voice so clearly. She will be missed.
Robin Wolff & Rodd Hamman says
I am very sorry to hear of Joan’s death. I have happy memories of Joan and Leonard and their family, especially family gatherings at Grandma Wolff’s house in Terry many years ago. Please know you are very much in my thoughts and heart at this sad time. Love, Robin