JoyAnn Emily Reading
July 8, 1937 - January 31, 2023
JoyAnn Emily Reading passed peacefully at home on January 31, 2023, in Draper, Utah, Born to Harry and Hazel Lykken of Grafton, North Dakota. After college, Joy Ann moved to Salt Lake City, Utah, and married George Richard “Dick” Reading on October 10, 1958.
In 1983, her beloved husband, Dick, passed away, leaving Joy Ann to raise her five children: Daniel Lee (Nancy) Draper Ut, Patricia Cresalia Piedmont, SD; Dr. Stephanie Wallace, Colorado Springs, CO; Michael (Penny) Grafton ND, and Emily (Roger) Barrell Colchester, England. She is survived by her children, grandchildren, and brother Lee C. Lykken of Grafton, North Dakota. In addition, the families of Joseph Reading, Calvin and Dottie Reading, and Robin and Jean Reading. The Reading family has been active members of St. Theresa’s, Blessed Sacrament, and the early mission church of St. John the Baptist.
A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Monday, February 6, 2023 at 11:30 am at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, 11800 South 300 East, Draper. Please use the parking on the northeast parking lot. A viewing will begin at 10:30 am at the church. Friends and family are welcome to visit after mass for light refreshments. She will be laid to rest at a later date in our family’s cemetery in North Dakota.
In Loving Memory
Dearest Dan and the Reading Family ~ Our deepest and heartfelt sympathy to you and your family with the loss of your Mom. Her quiet, soft nature and warm, loving smile we'll remember most. In time may your faith in Christ help to assuage your grief in knowing that your Mom is now in Paradise with Him, your Dad and many other loved ones. You are in our thoughts and prayers. In loving kindness and friendship. Dave and Denise Bern
Dear Reading family, Keith and I just learned of your mother's passing. We want you to know that she was the most special neighbor and we dearly loved having her so close. We are very sorry for your loss. Joy was such a special person and we hope all your beautiful memories of her, make you smile. Sending love and hugs Keith and Helen
In Loving Memory
