Joseph Lawerence Harward-Strasburg's Obituary
Our loving father and friend Joesph Lawerence Harward-Strasburg passed away on January 13th, 2024, in his home of Orem Utah at the age of sixty-two. Joe was born on January 2nd, 1962; to Curtis Harward and Virginia Holmstead. He attended school in American fork Utah, where he was raised by Virgina and Lowell Strasburg. Joe has four sisters (Annette, Sherie, Ginger, and Christie) and three brothers (Glen, Gordon, and Scott). Joe married Dorthea Whitener at a young age and together they had one son. Shortly after they divorced, Joe met the love of his life Lisa Marie Peterson. They were married in Elko Nevada on March 20th, 1983. Together they have two children. Joe has 4 Granddaughters and 3 grandsons.
Joe was a silly, fun, loving, hard-working family man, who loved everyone he encountered. He spent most of his life working as a order clerk and freight crew manager. While working he was often recognized and awarded for his kindness to the customers. He would say his greatest joy and accomplishment in his life, is his family. He was often found teaching all the young minds around him new tricks and experiments. He had a love for art and spent most of his down time teaching others how to draw and create new things. He loved creating and crafting, from woodworks to amazing art masterpieces. Joe loved the great outdoors; camping, fishing, and hiking. He climbed to the top of Mountain Timpanogos and the caves many times throughout his life.
Joe is survived by His Wife Lisa Strasburg. Children: Tammy (Aaron) Martin, Jake (Courtney) Strasburg, Travis Strasburg, and Tiffani (Michael) Turner. His Grandchildren: Briane Strasburg, Arin Strasburg, Lindsey Strasburg, Hailey Turner, Scarlette Strasburg, Kavai Strasburg, Jena (Richard) Layton, Ariana (Estevan) Mendez, Shaylene (Justin) Leask, Tristen, Amber, Journey and five great grandchildren. His Sisters Annette Myers, Sherie Sixkiller, and Ginger Swain. His Brothers Glen (Konnie) Harward and Scott Strasburg. His Sister in laws Terri Peterson and Debra (Mike) Mercer. His Brother in laws Shane Peterson, Rick Peterson, Kelly (Nichole) Peterson and Brad Peterson. As well as many other loved ones!
He is proceeded in death by his mother Virgina, Fathers Curtis and Lowell. His grandson Domanic Strasburg, His brother Gordon Strasburg, his Parents in law Linda and Donald Peterson. His brother-in-Laws Jason Peterson, Reece Myers and Ron Swain. His sisters-in-law Amie and Angie Peterson. As well as many other family members before him.
Many would say no-one has as big of a heart as Joe. He is going to be missed by all the hearts he has touched.
There will be a viewing on Thursday, January 18, 2024 at 10:00 to 11:00 am. The Funeral will follow at 11:30 am. All services will be held at the LDS church at 50 south 800 east Orem Utah. Interment will be at the Orem city cemetery following the Services. Condolences and memories can be shared with the family online at www.premierfuneral.com
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