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Joann Carroll Obituary

JOANN CARROLL
September 23, 1939 ~ January 19, 2011

JoAnn Carroll, 71, peacefully passed away with her family by her side on Wednesday, January 19, 2011 at her home in Washougal, WA. She was born on September 23, 1939 in Washougal to Charles and Emelija (Rasmor) Mickes. A lifetime Washougal resident, JoAnn graduated from Washougal High School in 1958.
She worked as a waitress for many of the local Camas-Washougal restaurants, retiring from Neder's Café in Washougal.
She also spent time as a volunteer for elderly people in need of assistance.
JoAnn enjoyed gardening, birds, flowers, cows, gambling, cooking and baking, puzzles and watching the Seattle Seahawks.
Most importantly, JoAnn will be remembered
for her love for her family and friends.
JoAnn is survived by the love of her life of 28 years, Richard Robson, at home; daughters, Carolene Carroll of Vancouver and Jill Carroll of Washougal; sons, Steve Carroll of Washougal and Thomas (Tamra) Carroll of Washougal; sisters, Annie Deming of Washougal and Judy (Ray) Begin of Vancouver; brothers, Charles "Chuck" (Caroline) Mickes of Camas, Harry (Betty) Mickes of Washougal, and David "Dub" Mickes of Washougal; ten grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Charles and Emelija Mickes; daughter, Candee Sue Carroll in 1964; brothers, Donald "Donnie" Mickes and Albert Mickes; and sisters, Emily Robinson, Lilly Gfeller, and Dolly Healea.
There will be a celebration of JoAnn's life on Thursday, January 27, 2011 at Brown's Funeral Home: 410 NE Garfield St., Camas, WA 98607. Vault interment will follow at the Washougal Memorial Cemetery in Washougal. Viewing will be held on Wednesday from 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Brown's Funeral Home.
Donations in JoAnn's memory may be sent to Hospice Southwest or the American Cancer Society.
Brown's Funeral Home and Cremation Services in Camas has been entrusted with arrangements.
To send condolences or to sign the online guestbook, please visit www.brownsfh.com or www.columbian.com/obits.

Published by The Columbian on Jan. 23, 2011.
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To Steve and Carolene.
It has been many years since we have seen eachother, but I wanted you to know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Stacey (Smyser) Tipton

January 31, 2011

She was always smiling and so sweet and kind. My prayers to Carolene, Steve, Tom and Jill and their families. Love and miss you Aunt Joanne.

Renee Robertson

January 24, 2011

Aunt Joanne was the most sweetest and kind person. She was always smiling and always happy to see you. My prayers to Carolene, Steve, Tom and Jill and their families. Love, Renee

Renee Robertson

January 24, 2011

We will miss you our Dear Aunt Joann. Our love & prayers to the family. Love, Marlane & Ed

Marlane Buckner

January 23, 2011

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