Joan B. Tejkl

Joan B. Tejkl, age 77, of Lyons, Ohio, a beloved mother and grandmother, who loved her Lord and Savior, passed away Saturday afternoon, February 14, 2026, just a day shy of her 78th birthday, at Fulton Manor in Wauseon, Ohio surrounded by her family . Joan was born on February 15, 1948, in Detroit, Michigan to Thomas "Otto" and Marjorie (Goodale) Blackburn. Joan lived a life full of love, faith, and creativity that touched the hearts of many.

Joan was a 1966 graduate of Redford High School. She began her career working for the Metalloy Company for over 20 years. Later, she found her calling as a teacher's aide at the Liberty Center and Swanton Local School Districts, where she instilled a love for learning in her students.

Joan married Jerry Tejkl on January 18, 1980. He preceded her in death on November 29, 2006. A faithful and devoted member of Lickley's Corners Baptist Church in Pittsford, Michigan, for 39 years, Joan embraced her faith profoundly, loving her Lord and Savior with all her heart. This faith guided her through life's many challenges and brought her joy, comfort, and purpose. Her family would like to also say a very big Thank You to Pastor & Mrs Poole for being there for us through all of life's changes and her Lickley Corners Baptist Church Family. 39 years ago she was looking for a church but found a family there instead.

Joan was a creative soul who relished quilting, crafting, and baking, often sharing her delightful creations with family and friends. Indeed, she was known as an accomplished cake decorator, specializing in wedding cakes that were as beautiful as they were delicious. Her talents found their way into the moments that mattered most, making each occasion special and memorable.

Joan is survived by her children, Brian (Becky) Tejkl, Mark (Sheila) Tejkl, John (Sheila) Rice, Jamie (Michelle) Rice, Nikki (Jeff) Boger, and Jennifer (Jay) Coopshaw along with 2 honorary daughters Jolene (Bruce) Mundhenk and Bobbi (Chuck) York . Her legacy continues through her grandchildren Angie, Matt (Alecia), Bailey, Brody (Sarah), Jordan, Tyler (Colette), Braxton, Skyler, Trent(Jackie), and Taylor and 15 great-grandchildren Karson, Ava, Mya, Mason, Aven, Paul, Claire, Miriam, Levi, James, Wyatt, Kendall, Eden, Everley, and Sadie who adored their Grandma Joan. Additionally, she is remembered fondly by her sister, Sandy Evans, along with her sisters and brothers-in-law, Marie Blackburn, Sis (Joe) Richards, Janice (Mark) Largent, Gloria Blackburn, and her many nieces and nephews.

Joan was preceded in death by her husband, Jerry, her parents Thomas and Marjorie, her grandson Jamie Boger, and her siblings, Edward, Richard, Sally, George, Paul, Willy, Ethel, Glenn, Jody, and twin sister, Jean.

A Celebration of Life will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, March 1st, at the Lyons Christian Church Friendship Hall, 134 E. Morenci St. Lyons, OH 43533

Memorial contributions may be made to Lickley's Corners Baptist Church - Building Fund, 10000 Tamarack Rd., Pittsford, MI 49271 or Lyons Fire Department, 409 W. Morenci St., Lyons, OH 43533.