Joan Hawes Pease

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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 selfess 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 additon 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. 

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March 16, 2026

Joan was a dear friend back in the 50's as teen agers. She was a bridesmaid in my wedding. My memories of Joan are happy times and a wonderful person. It was a pleasure to know her and I send my love to her family .

Catherine Austin Crummett

March 8, 2026

Joan is my step-grandmother. I still feel and celebrate her loving presence and influence. Joan gained a mastery in her life as a mother and caregiver while honing and modeling true, authentic, UNCONDITIONAL LOVE. Namasté to you, dear Joan- thank you. I love you.

Jordan Pease

March 6, 2026

William, Andrew and the entire Pease family - my heart is with you. I always looked forward to seeing Joan - she had a warmth and kindness that radiated and made you feel welcome. She embraced me and David at many Pease family holidays. They were special times and she welcomed us with open arms. Your Mother was easy to talk to and fun to be around. She had so much love for both of you and was so proud of you. I know her intelligence, determination and kindness lives on in both of you. Sending love!

Julie Spencer

March 5, 2026

Joan was a special person in my life. Her enthusiasm for life was infectious, always upbeat. I’m sorry I can’t be there to share with everyone the pleasure of her life to me. Bless her family and friends.

Bill Trimble

March 4, 2026

Joan and I met in Bend Study Club in 1990. We became close friends when we were both building houses by the same builder in the same neighborhood. We shared lunches every week and talked about way more than the houses under construction. I miss Joan now, very much.

I'm sorry I will not be at Joan's memorial. My husband Norwyn and I now spend winters in Palm Desert, CA, and on March 8th we will be on a plane bound for Hawaii. While in Joan's beloved Hawaii, I will say a prayer for Joan and send some flowers out to sea in her memory.

Aloha Joan

Barbara A. Newby

March 2, 2026

Joan was such a kind and generous soul and I have so many fond memories of spending time with her in Elk Lake and in Bend. Always in our hearts ❤️❤️

Toby Clark

March 1, 2026

I will miss you Joan! Have so many great memories of going up the chairlift at Mt. Bachelor during the summer and having dinner while watching the sunset go down with you and the whole Pease crew. I loved seeing you and spending time with you at Elk Lake. Love you so much!

Amberly Clark

March 1, 2026

Joan was a VERY dear friend. We shared PEO meetings and Bend Study Club. Most importantly we shared being married to surgeons in the same clinic. She was a dear and loyal friend. We shared her cabin at Elk Lake. I was honored to be asked to be Godmother to her sons Andrew and Will.

Julie Lear

February 23, 2026

Joan was a great friend. Miss her.

Many many fine memories.

Nancy Laws

February 22, 2026

I have such happy memories of swimming with Joan at Elk Lake. It didn’t matter how cold the water was, she was always game to go for a swim. I’m so grateful to have had Joan in my life and I miss her deeply.

Jud Clark

February 22, 2026

I will always remember the kind and compassionate words that Joan said to me over the years in her cards and most of all, I will miss the many times of sitting together by the lake chatting away about life's ups and downs. Joan had a special way of connecting to others and was able to offer words of understanding. Her support and calming presence that gave me hope will always be there in my heart.

Nara C

February 19, 2026

So sad to hear of my dear friend Joan’s passing. She was such a beautiful lady both inside and out. I will treasure our friendship and all our special time together at napili Kai beach resort in Maui together with her wonderful husband Chuck Barnham who she adored till the end. So happy I got to see her last winter in Maui and spend some last time and say aloha. A hui hou and aloha dear Joan? May her memories be a blessing to all who knew and loved her. I will treasure our friendship always and was honoured to know and love her.

Carla Wertman

February 18, 2026

I am so sorry to hear of Aunt Joan's passing. She was a beautiful, loving person. She will be missed by all who knew her. Say hi to my dad, Bob Hawes, and rest in peace Aunt Joan! I will see you all again one day. Thanks for the lovely memories at Elk Lake and for sharing your beautiful cabin with family. It is my favorite place on earth!

Your niece,
Liana Hawes

Liana Hawes

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Birdie Hawes

Robert Hawes

Bradford Pease

George Hawes

Jim Hawes

William Pease

Andrew Pease 

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Yara Pease

Liam Pease

Dorris Hawes

Bob Hawes

Daryl Hawes

Elaine Hawes

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George Hawes

Jim Hawes

Dorris Hawes

Bob Hawes

Daryl Hawes

Elaine Hawes

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Bradford Pease

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William Pease

Andrew Pease 

Yara Pease

Liam Pease

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