ESCANABA — Joanne F. Taylor, 89, of Escanaba, passed away on Sunday, September 21, 2025 at her home surrounded by loved ones.

She was born on September 4, 1936 in Escanaba, daughter to Herbert J. and Lilas C. (Hurley) LaCrosse. Joanne graduated from Escanaba High School, class of 1955 and then continued on to Upper Peninsula Beauty Academy in 1956.

In 1965, Joanne LaCrosse married Albert Taylor. Joanne and Al, who was an engineer, traveled extensively for his work. They lived in Texas, Delaware, Pennsylvania, Missouri, and Montana. While in Texas, Joanne attended University of Houston Real Estate School and was a realtor in Houston, Texas for two years. Albert preceded her in death on November 15, 1976.

She owned and operated LaPetite Hair Salon in Escanaba and then LaPetite II in Ford

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