Joanne Christy Brezak, 78, of Emmaus, died March 4, 2017 in her home surrounded by her family. She was the wife of the late Andrew Brezak. Born in Allentown, she was the daughter of the late Kenneth Link and Jennie (Newhard) Boehm. Joanne was a loving mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. She was a member of St. John's U.C.C., Emmaus.

Survivors: Sons, Jess A. Brezak of Emmaus and Mark A. Brezak and wife Abby of Allentown; Daughter, Lori Jo Beck of Emmaus; Brothers, Randy Boehm of Emmaus and John Boehm of Whitehall; Grandchildren, Lauren, Zachary, Joshua, Brittany, Mackenzie, Samantha, and Leanna; Great Grandchildren, Mariah, Brayden, Madison, and Jamie. She was predeceased by a brother, Kenny "Buddy" Link.

Services: Memorial Services will be held on Wednesday, March 8, 2017 at 11:00 AM in Schantz Funeral Home, 250 Main St., Emmaus. Visitation 10:00 to 11:00 AM in the funeral home. Interment will follow Northwood Cemetery.

Contributions: In lieu of flowers contributions can be made to St. John's U.C.C., 139 N. 4th St., Emmaus, PA 18049 or to the Emmaus Lioness Lions Club, c/o Schantz Funeral Home, P.C., 250 Main St., Emmaus, PA 18049.