Born May 8, 1946 in Santa Cruz, CA., Joan went home to be with the Lord on August 28, 2019 surrounded by loving family. She is preceded in death by her one and only love, Eugene Trujillo, her parents Alice and Bernard Gollner and her brother Gene. Joan is survived by her devoted son Kirk (Anna) Trujillo and her loving daughter Jill Rodriguez (James Solis). She is also survived by her brothers Ralph (Bonnie), and Raymond (Dolores), and her sisters Mary (Neil) Linsenmann and Diane Pusateri. She was dearly loved by her many nieces and nephews as well. Joan served our community for several years by working at 15th Street School. She retired as a 30 year employee of the San Pedro Elks Lodge, where she was the office manager. She was devoted to her family and friends, and lived each day giving love and compassion to all. Her loving spirit lives on in those who cherish her.