Joan I. Broitzman, 65, of Beaver Dam passed away at her home on Friday, August 12, 2022 with her loving husband and two sons by her side. A memorial gathering will be held on Friday, August 19, 2022 from 3:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. at the Koepsell-Murray Funeral Home in Beaver Dam. Private services forContinue Reading
Joan I. Broitzman, 65, of Beaver Dam passed away at her home on Friday, August 12, 2022 with her loving husband and two sons by her side.
A memorial gathering will be held on Friday, August 19, 2022 from 3:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. at the Koepsell-Murray Funeral Home in Beaver Dam. Private services for Joan will be held with Rev. Philip Heyer officiating.
Joan Irene was born on May 11, 1957 the daughter of Hilbert and Arlene (Schultz) Klawitter in Beaver Dam, Wisconsin. She was the fifth born of seven children who grew up on a small farm in the Town of Burnett, Wisconsin. She was a 1975 graduate of Beaver Dam High School. On October 6, 1984, Joan was married to Alan Broitzman at First Ev. Lutheran Church in Beaver Dam and became the proud mother of two boys, in 1987 and 1988.
Joan had been employed for 40 years with the City of Beaver Dam Police Department. She was a faithful member of St. Stephen’s Ev. Lutheran Church in Beaver Dam, Wisconsin.
Throughout the years, Joan enjoyed being active and participated in sports such as softball, bowling and volleyball. Favorite pastimes included Sudoku puzzles, lawn games, playing cards and being out on the lake boating. Joan was known for her love of camping. Many of her happiest summer memories came from playing a round of mini golf and enjoying a cold beer by the campfire with family and friends. Spending time away was something Joan especially looked forward to including travel with her husband, annual getaways with her sisters and yearly cousins’ reunions. Closer to home Joan enjoyed the time she spent helping her mother quilt and chatting with her dad while cutting his hair. Among the things Joan will be remembered for by her grandchildren is how dedicated she was to them…through her cooking, her creative instincts and her loving care.
Joan will be deeply missed by her family and friends. She is survived by her husband Alan; her sons: Jeremy (Kori) Broitzman and their children: Leo, Zoe and Abe and Justin (Brianna) Broitzman and their sons Frank and George all of Beaver Dam; her father Hilbert Klawitter of Beaver Dam; her brothers: Dale (Jean) Klawitter and Jerrold (Donna) Klawitter both of Beaver Dam and Larry (Joni) Klawitter of Waukee, Iowa; her sisters: Sharon Klawitter of Madison, Connie Rogers and Brenda (Tom) Fabisch both of Beaver Dam; her brothers-in-law: Gary Broitzman of Mayville and Bruce (Lois) Broitzman of Beaver Dam and sister-in-law Cheryl (Tony) Bonilla of Beaver Dam. She is further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends.
She was preceded in death by her mother Arlene Klawitter, her brother-in-law Paul Rogers and her in-laws, Curtis and Virginia Broitzman.
Due to Covid concerns, the family respectfully requests limited physical contact when extending condolences to them.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a memorial donation in Joan’s name to the American Cancer Society or to Hillside Home Care and Hospice.
The Koepsell-Murray Funeral Home in Beaver Dam is serving the family. Online condolences may be made at www.koepsellfh.com.
mike mosher
left a message on August 21, 2022:
So sorry to hear of Joan's passing. Worked with Joan for 30 years and had many good times with both her and Al. Condolences to your family.
Mike and Darci
Dick & Kris Leistekow
left a message on August 21, 2022:
Al and family,
We are so sorry to hear of Joan's passing, our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family at this time.
Linda Erdmann
left a message on August 19, 2022:
I am so sorry to hear of Joan’s passing. Joan and I lived together in Madison for a few years and she was a bridesmaid in my wedding. We had so many good times together that I’ll cherish forever. My heartfelt thoughts to the Broitzman and Klawitter families. May life’s family memories comfort you as you move forward. Linda Birkholz Erdmann
Megan Weber
left a message on August 18, 2022:
I am very sorry to hear that Joan passed away. She played volleyball with my mother and growing up, I would come to the games with her, and Joan was always very kind to me and would always make conversation with me while I was there. She always made me feel welcomed. I wish my mother and I could attend the visitation but we have come down with Covid and can not attend. We send our deep condolences to all the family and are keeping you all in our thoughts.
Tom & Sandy Schoenberger
left a message on August 18, 2022:
Sending wishes for better days to the Broitzman and Fabisch families.
Judy & Greg Hein
left a message on August 18, 2022:
Our dear "Just Joan" will be missed tremendously. We love her laugh, sense of humor, and our many fun memories together. She lives on in our hearts always. Thinking of you all, my second family.❤️
Jan Bellherron (Bell)
left a message on August 17, 2022:
My heart breaks for your families. I have known Joan for many many years. While living in Beaver Dam we bowled and played volleyball together and shared many a party! Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Bobbi Hampton
left a message on August 16, 2022:
My deepest sympathy to the Broitzman and Klawitter families. I loved Joan and have many fond memories ❤️ RIP my sweet friend!
Mike and Debbie Braun
left a message on August 16, 2022:
We are so sorry to hear of Joan’s passing. Our deepest sympathies to the Broitzman and Klawitter families.
Brenda & Bob Meyer
left a message on August 16, 2022:
Klawitter and Broitzman family: Our heartfelt sympathy and prayers in the loss of your beloved Joan. We will surely miss her at bowling.
Sherri (Thorn) Peschl
left a message on August 16, 2022:
I am so sorry to hear of Joan's passing. My sympathies to Al and the family.
Jeff Meyer
left a message on August 16, 2022:
My deepest sympathy for your loss. I enjoyed Joan's friendship. She will be deeply missed. I have a memory of Joan. I would take walks with my children down DeClark St. and she would play with her boys with trucks on the sidewalk out front of her home. She enjoyed this activity I think as much as her children. Very sorry. Jeff Meyer and family.
Terri Sommers Trantham
left a message on August 16, 2022:
To the entire Broitzman and Klawitter families, my deepest and most heartfelt condolences go out to you all on your tremendous loss. Please know that you are in my thoughts, hearts and prayers.
Anonymous
left a message on August 16, 2022:
Your condolence may need to be approved before it appears on this page. It may not appear immediately once submitted.
mike mosher
left a message on August 21, 2022:
So sorry to hear of Joan's passing. Worked with Joan for 30 years and had many good times with both her and Al. Condolences to your family.
Mike and Darci
Dick & Kris Leistekow
left a message on August 21, 2022:
Al and family,
We are so sorry to hear of Joan's passing, our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family at this time.
Linda Erdmann
left a message on August 19, 2022:
I am so sorry to hear of Joan’s passing. Joan and I lived together in Madison for a few years and she was a bridesmaid in my wedding. We had so many good times together that I’ll cherish forever. My heartfelt thoughts to the Broitzman and Klawitter families. May life’s family memories comfort you as you move forward. Linda Birkholz Erdmann
Megan Weber
left a message on August 18, 2022:
I am very sorry to hear that Joan passed away. She played volleyball with my mother and growing up, I would come to the games with her, and Joan was always very kind to me and would always make conversation with me while I was there. She always made me feel welcomed. I wish my mother and I could attend the visitation but we have come down with Covid and can not attend. We send our deep condolences to all the family and are keeping you all in our thoughts.
Tom & Sandy Schoenberger
left a message on August 18, 2022:
Sending wishes for better days to the Broitzman and Fabisch families.
Judy & Greg Hein
left a message on August 18, 2022:
Our dear "Just Joan" will be missed tremendously. We love her laugh, sense of humor, and our many fun memories together. She lives on in our hearts always. Thinking of you all, my second family.❤️
Jan Bellherron (Bell)
left a message on August 17, 2022:
My heart breaks for your families. I have known Joan for many many years. While living in Beaver Dam we bowled and played volleyball together and shared many a party! Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Bobbi Hampton
left a message on August 16, 2022:
My deepest sympathy to the Broitzman and Klawitter families. I loved Joan and have many fond memories ❤️ RIP my sweet friend!
Mike and Debbie Braun
left a message on August 16, 2022:
We are so sorry to hear of Joan’s passing. Our deepest sympathies to the Broitzman and Klawitter families.
Brenda & Bob Meyer
left a message on August 16, 2022:
Klawitter and Broitzman family: Our heartfelt sympathy and prayers in the loss of your beloved Joan. We will surely miss her at bowling.
Sherri (Thorn) Peschl
left a message on August 16, 2022:
I am so sorry to hear of Joan's passing. My sympathies to Al and the family.
Jeff Meyer
left a message on August 16, 2022:
My deepest sympathy for your loss. I enjoyed Joan's friendship. She will be deeply missed. I have a memory of Joan. I would take walks with my children down DeClark St. and she would play with her boys with trucks on the sidewalk out front of her home. She enjoyed this activity I think as much as her children. Very sorry. Jeff Meyer and family.
Terri Sommers Trantham
left a message on August 16, 2022:
To the entire Broitzman and Klawitter families, my deepest and most heartfelt condolences go out to you all on your tremendous loss. Please know that you are in my thoughts, hearts and prayers.
Anonymous
left a message on August 16, 2022:
Your condolence may need to be approved before it appears on this page. It may not appear immediately once submitted.
Thank you for leaving a condolence..
Your comment has been submitted for moderation.