Joan Pease

August 11, 1942 - January 10, 2026

Joan Hawes Pease, (83) passed away peacefully in her home Saturday January 10th, 2026 surrounded by family and loved ones. Born in Bend, Oregon, Aug 11, 1942, to Albertha and Robert Hawes. She was one of seven children. A graduate of Bend High School, she worked as a radiology technician at St. Charles Hospital for 40 years providing care and compassion for all she treated. 

She was a loving mother, devoted wife, and passionate caregiver whose selfless spirit knew no bounds. Her favorite hobbies and pass times included swimming at Elk Lake, traveling the world, running daily, tennis with her husband Brad, and skiing at Mt. Bachelor. She would often winter at Napili Kai Beach Club Maui where she made lifelong friends and felt a strong sense of community. Above all else she loved being a mother and taking care of her family. 

She was an active, and passionate philanthropist in Central Oregon and loved supporting the community and those in need. In addition to her local hometown generosity, she also supported several global charities for people in need around the world. 

She is survived by her brother’s Jim and George, her sister Dorris, her two sons William and Andrew, and her grandchildren Yara and Liam. She will be reunited with her beloved husband Bradford Pease in the great beyond for eternity. She will be laid to rest at Greenwood Cemetery in a small family ceremony.

A celebration of life/memorial will take place at a later date.