Obituary of Joanne Louise Pembroke

JOANNE L. PEMBROKE, 71 of Jefferson formerly of Milton, passed away on Friday April 13, 2012 at Fort Atkinson Memorial Hospital. She was born on July 23, 1940, daughter of the late David R. and Sylvia (Pearson) Fyfe. Joanne was employed for over 20 years in the Milton School District, as the Librarian at both Milton East and West Elementary Schools. Those that knew Joanne well, or even slightly made her acquaintance, quickly came to realize that her true calling and passion in life was that of an equine riding instructor, expertly and patiently teaching children and adults of all ages to appreciate the fine art of horsemanship and exhibiting in competitions. There was nothing she relished more or would rather have done than share her enthusiasm for her beloved horses with others. Unfortunately, injuries sustained in a tragic car accident in March 2006 abruptly ended her 45 year labor of love of passionately sharing her expertise and joy for horses with all. Joanne will be deeply missed by her son James and his wife Tina Pembroke of Texas as well as her two grandchildren; Jessica Pembroke, a Dean's list Junior at The University of Texas and Chase Pembroke a Senior in High School, and a member of the National Honor Society and a commended National Merit Scholar. A "barn isle celebration" will be held in honor of Joanne's life well lived from 1:00 p.m. until 3:00 p.m. on Saturday April 21, 2012, at the Bellaire Farms 7025 E. Ryan Rd, Milton ,WI 53563 Friends and Family are invited to "head out to the barn" one last time for Joanne to swap horse stories, tales of how Joanne enriched their lives and truly salute an amazing friend and endlessly patient teacher who is happily again teaching forever more as she reunites with some of her beloved equine friends from the past. Schneider-Michaelis Funeral Home in Jefferson is assisting the family with arrangements. Online condolences may be made at www.schneidermichaelisfuneralhome.com