Joan R. Bream Obituary (1932 - 2021)

Joan Bream, 88 years old, of Scottsdale, Arizona (formerly of St. Paul, Minnesota) died Tuesday, February 16, 2021. She is preceded in death by her parents, Theodore and Frances Shuirman; her brother-in-law, Howard Bream; and her grandson, Scott Metzner. Survived by husband, Harvey Bream; children, Sue Bream (Steve Metzner), Linda Bream (David Major), James Bream (Laura Levin); grandchildren, Corey Metzner, Rachel (Mike) and Danielle Major and Alexandra (Zach), Tyler, Kendall and Austin Bream; brother, Thomas Sherman (Ronna) and many loving nieces and nephews. Joan was raised in Keewatin, Minnesota, eventually moving to the big city to pursue her love of learning at the University of Minnesota. She was a volunteer in her community and later obtained her Master of Social Work degree. She worked for many years at Jewish Family Services. Following retirement, she continued the volunteerism that defined her life. Joan loved people, loved her grandchildren and loved to talk. Joan will be greatly missed by her family and numerous friends. Donations preferred to the Alzheimer’s Association or Brandeis National Committee, Phoenix Chapter. Zoom memorial service 11:00 am (Central Time), FRIDAY, February 19th. Email zoom4@hodroffepstein.com for link.