JoAnn Evgen

JoAnn Evgen, age 86, of Forest Lake, MN, passed away peacefully on November 3, 2024.

JoAnn had a passion for treasure hunting at garage sales, estate sales, and auctions, where she delighted in searching for unique jewelry pieces to add to her collection. Among her vast hobbies, JoAnn had a particular fondness for cookbooks, amassing an impressive library of over 3,000 volumes dedicated to culinary delights. Furthermore, she found great pleasure in her travels to Arizona, where she could immerse herself in the warmth and beauty of the desert landscapes. JoAnn's spirit was one of resilience and kindness, and her memory will forever be cherished by all who knew her.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Ray and Rita; daughters, Kathy, Debbie; sister, Roxanne; granddaughter, Athena; and niece, Aimee.

She is survived by husband, Allan; children, Greg (Mary), Doug; grandchildren, great grandchildren, siblings, Raeann (Gary), Diane (Brian), Jack; many nieces, nephews, other family and friends. 

A Celebration of JoAnn's Life will be held 4-7 PM, on Thursday, November 7th, 2024, at Mattson Funeral Home, 343 North Shore Drive, Forest Lake, MN.