JoAnn M. Strauss, 90, a former resident of Pottsville, passed away peacefully on Monday, December 22, 2025 at her home in Downingtown, PA.

JoAnn was born in Pottsville on June 3, 1935, a daughter of the late Vincent and Helen (Ellison) Brennan. She was a graduate of the Pottsville High School, and went on to work for and retired as an administrative assistant from the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation.

She was a former member of the Holy Family Parish of Minersville, and enjoyed traveling, reading and painting.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Vincent.

JoAnn is survived by her daughters, Lisa, wife of Joseph Doran, Pottsville and Stacy, wife of Michael Hubiak of Coatsville. Five grandchildren, Joseph V. Doran; Jared Doran; Maryn Hubiak; Kylee Hubiak and Caitlyn Hubiak survive, as do four great grandchildren, Nora, Madi Jo, Dylan and Grant.

JoAnn will be laid to rest alongside her husband at St. John the Baptist Cemetery, Pottsville during private services, and a memorial mass will be held in the near future. 

The Schlitzer Allen Pugh Funeral Home, Pottsville, provided services for Joann's family during their time of need.