Joanna Erna Santoyo, born September 21, 1942, passed away peacefully at her home on Saturday, May 18, 2025, at the age of 82. A woman of deep faith, unwavering strength, and quiet grace, Joanna was a beloved wife, devoted mother, treasured grandmother, proud great-grandmother, and a loyal friend to many.
Joanna was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 62 years, Benjamin Santoyo, and her parents, Walter and Johanna Schierloh. She is survived by her loving children, Marilyn (Tom) Gierse, Michael (Kim) Santoyo, Michelle (Martin) Rohret, Mark (Diane) Santoyo, Maria Krausz and son-in-law David Downhour. Along with her grandchildren Alexandria, Jacob, Carmen, Benjamin, Andrew, Josh, Elia, Elise, Bryor, Dayton, Danielle, Charles, Zack and 8 beautiful great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her sister Carol Ojala.
She will be dearly missed by family and friends.
Visitation will be held on Wednesday, May 21,2025 at Kutis South County Chapel 5255 Lemay Ferry Road from 4-8pm. A funeral service will be held on Thursday, May 22, 2025 at Bethesda Evangelical Church at