Joanne Strasser

Joanne Strasser, age 85, of Millcreek, passed away Thursday, July 2, 2020 at Sarah Reed Nursing Home. She was born in Albion, PA on February 11, 1935 to the late Merl and Delna Davis Sawdy.

Joanne graduated from Albion High School before marrying Edward Strasser. She raised her three children and worked as Edward’s Office Manager for over twenty-five years. She enjoyed trips to the family cottage, nature, music, art, and dancing. She was an avid walker and most enjoyed spending time with her family.

In addition to her parents, Joanne is preceded in death by her husband, Edward, and her sister Marjorie Lawrence.

She is survived by her children, Lance Strasser (Elizabeth) Erie; Lisa Craig (Donald) Pulaski, PA; and Scott Strasser (Ada) Erie, as well as grandchildren, Tyler Craig (Rebekah), Kelly Miller (Brandon), and Haley Strasser, and six great-grandchildren: Barrett, Mary, Carla, and Noelle Craig; and Daniel and Lawson Miller. Joanne is further survived by her three brothers: William Sawdy (Judy) of Cranesville, Charles Sawdy of Erie, and Larry Sawdy of Erie.

Private arrangements by Burton Quinn Scott Cremation and Funeral Services, Inc. at West Ridge, 3801 W. 26th Street (at Powell Ave.)

Memorials may be made to the Alzheimer's Association, 1600 Peninsula Dr., Suite 15, Erie, PA 16505.