Joanne Roberts

Joanne Roberts (Streed), 95, passed away peacefully, on February 6, 2026, in New Braunfels, TX. A graveside service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, February 27, 2026, at the Hillcrest Cemetery in Brighton, IA with Pastor Rick Zickefoose officiating. Friends may leave online condolences at www.cranstonfamilyfuneralhome.com.

Joanne was born on November 28, 1930, in Fairfield, IA. Joanne graduated as Salutatorian from Libertyville High School in 1949 and went on to study English at Parsons College for one year. She married the love of her life, Leland “Doc” Roberts of Brighton, IA on June 9, 1950, and together they built a life centered on faith, family, and community. They became the proud parents of four children: Brent, Kathy, Melanie, and Denise. Joanne was an active member of the Pythian Sisters Lodge from 1958 until 1964, when the family relocated to California.

Joanne found joy in the simple but meaningful things in life—sewing clothes for her family, baking for loved ones, and creating treasured memories with her grandchildren, who fondly remember and will always expect her special homemade ice cream sandwiches.

Joanne is survived by her four children: Brent Roberts (Linda), Kathy Miller, Melanie Medbery, and Denise Brownfield (Jim). She was a proud grandmother to five grandchildren: Michele Nothvogel, Corey Roberts (Stacie), Jeffrey Bradford, Justin Rochin, and David Martinez (Julie). She was further blessed with seven great-grandchildren: Jacob and Charlie Nothvogel; Rusty and Emily Roberts; and Ryan, Lyndsey, and Maryssa Martinez. She is also survived by her sister, Karen Rogers.

She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Leland “Doc” Roberts; her brothers, Paul, Bill, and Larry Streed; and her sisters, Virginia Streed and Beverly Blakley.