In loving memory of

Joann Elizabeth Lutz
May 30, 1930 - November 16, 2013

Joann E. Lutz, age 83, died at home early on November 16, 2013 surrounded by her loving family, after a courageous and amazing fight with cancer.

Joann grew up in Delavan, the daughter of Dr. T.L. Jacobson and Betty (Lord) Jacobson. After graduating from Delavan High School in 1948, Joann attended MacMurray College in Jacksonville, IL, later transferring to Bradley University in Peoria, IL where she met her husband of fifty years, Fred Lutz. Fred and Joann lived in many states after their marriage before settling in Madison in 1963.

Joann had a variety of part time jobs including the Wisconsin Department of Transportation, Madison Public Schools, and U. S. Forest Products Laboratory. She was active with the Madison Speed Skating Club, and served as a chaperone with the U. S. Olympic Speed Skating Team at various training seminars. Joann was an active volunteer with RSVP, Agrace HospiceCare and St. Dunstan's Episcopal Church where she served on the Altar Guild for many years. She enjoyed golfing in leagues and with her many golfing friends at many courses over the years.

Joann's greatest joy was spending time with her children and her grandchildren.

Joann is survived by her children, Thomas (Barbara) Lutz of Newtown, CT, Jon (Cheryl) Lutz of Middleton, William (Julie Brophy) Lutz of Victoria, MN and Anne (Pat) Vitale of Madison; her grandchildren, Nicole Vitale of Madison, Thomas (Ashley)Vitale of Loveland, CO, Christopher Lutz of San Francisco, CA, Casey Lutz of Bozeman, MT, Corinne Brandenburg of Madison, Melissa (Michael) Levine of CT, and Lauren(José) Feliciano of CT; her three great grandchildren; Ben and Noah Levine and Talia Feliciano of CT; her brother, Dr. Jon (Gini) Jacobson of Elkhorn ,WI as well as by her nephews, Jeff (Sarah)Jacobson (sons, Ben and Sam), Mike (Tammy) Jacobson (daughter, Rileigh), Scott Shepard and Jim (Carol) Shepard and by her sister-in-law Elizabeth Shepard.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Fred; parents and nephew, Jon Eric Jacobson.

A visitation will be held on Sun. Nov. 24, 2013 at CRESS CENTER, 6021 University Ave. from 4:00 to 6:00 p. m.

A Memorial Service will be held on Mon. Nov. 25, 2013 at St. DUNSTAN'S EPISCOPAL CHURCH, 6205 University Ave. at 11:00 a. m. with Rev. Miranda Hassert presiding. There will also be a visitation on Monday from 10:30 a. m. until the time of service at the church.

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to St. Dunstan's Episcopal Church, or Agrace HospiceCare. Please share a memory at www.cressfuneralservice.com.
The family wishes to extend heartfelt thanks to the amazing staff at Agrace HospiceCare for the exceptional care given to Joann. A special thanks to Angie, her wonderful nurse. They would also like to extend their sincere gratitude to all of "Team Joann", the wonderful circle of friends and family who provided endless and loving support with warm compassion during these past few months.
Mom, we hope the Swedish pancakes are even better in Heaven! Say Hi to Dad.
We love you Mom.

Tributes

Barbara and John Tclch wrote on Nov 20, 2013:

"Barbara and John Tolch As we read the obits today, we said, "Lutz, hummm. We used to know a Joann and a Fred Lutz way back in the good ole days of the Madison Speed Skating Club." Well, sure enough it was you. We have thought about you many times over the years, but we have lost track of you and your family. In this time of sorrow, we just want your family to know that our warmest thoughts and prayers go out to them."

Pat Hufnagel wrote on Nov 20, 2013:

"Joann and I worked together at Wisconsin Dept. of Transportation. I have many fond memories of Joann, especially her constant smile. Joann came into my life again when my mother was at Agrace Hospice. Joann cared for her as though Mom were her mother. She made Mom very comfortable. Her family is in my thoughts and prayers."

Robb and Kathie Besteman wrote on Nov 20, 2013:

"We spent many winter weekends with Fred and Joann watching kids skating around in circles. What good people. Our condolences. "

Barb Anderson wrote on Nov 20, 2013:

"Our Hospice volunteer shifts overlapped so I saw her each week. She was always so full of energy and fun. She brought much sunshine to many people. My sympathies to you!"

Joan Bloodworth wrote on Nov 19, 2013:

"We met in Spring Green on the golf course about 20 years ago, introduced by mutual friends. When I joined the Ridgewood Ladies Golf at Odana, Joann was one of the first to make me feel welcome. Her sincerity, kindness and sense of fun driving with the top down wil never be forgotten!"

Mary Holum Maier wrote on Nov 19, 2013:

"I always saw Joann as my mom's (Arlene Holum) best friend.They were always there for each other from their early 20's where they met at Lauderdale Lakes until my mom's passing in 2009. I'm guessing many others also saw Joann as their BFF too. They are both looking down at us now with love and pride for their children and grandchildren and great grandchildren."

Penny wrote on Nov 19, 2013:

"Yes, I really was at the house as we swam in the early hours many years ago. I can just hear Mary and Joann on the telephone :) Love you all, Penny"

Jerry Peters wrote on Nov 19, 2013:

""Jake" The All American Girl:"

Eugene and JoAnn Benisch wrote on Nov 18, 2013:

"I worked with Joann at the Forest Products Laboratory. I celebrated my 40th birthday at a pool party at Fred and Joann's home. We always had a fun time with Fred and Joann. Our sincere condolences to the Lutz family,"

Sue Parisi wrote on Nov 18, 2013:

"I have so many wonderful memories of Joann (and Fred). I worked with Joann when she was a "tour guide" at Forest Products. She would bring us gyros if we had the urge for them at lunch. Our kids swam in their pool many times and we had several adult birthday and retirement pool parties over the years. You are in our thoughts and prayers. --Tom & Sue Parisi"

Jennifer "Parisi" Yanke wrote on Nov 18, 2013:

"I enjoyed going to Fred & Joann's house with my family to visit and go swimming in their pool. They were such lovely people. My sympathies to you all in your time of loss."

Dean Anderson wrote on Nov 17, 2013:

"From when they were young children, Joann and Jon and their parents were close friends with our family, the Andersons, in Delavan, WI. We will always have many fond and wonderful memories."

Renae Schroeder wrote on Nov 17, 2013:

"It's hard to believe Joann won't be swinging her golf clubs on the area golf courses anymore. She was great fun to golf with, and a wonderful lady. My sympathy to her family."

mary jo lynch wrote on Nov 17, 2013:

"My prayers to the family. Played golf with JoAnn and many talks about our daughters (Ann) and Jane. Rest in peace. "