Obituary of Lois Ann Jordheim

Lois Jordheim, 80, passed away unexpectedly at her home in Scotts Valley on September 21, 2018. She was born in North Dakota on January 12, 1938 to Orville and Ardith Jordheim. Lois and her parents moved to Santa Cruz when she was 9 years old. She attended Branciforte Elementary, Mission Hill Middle School, and Santa Cruz High. After graduating in 1956, Lois worked for Pacific Telephone (Now AT&T) as a switchboard operator in Santa Cruz. She became a supervisor and transferred to San Jose and then San Ramon, retiring in 1987. At that time she returned to Santa Cruz, eventually moving to Scotts Valley. Lois maintained many longtime friendships. She enjoyed her monthly luncheons with friends from the SCHS Class of 1956, and with friends from the telephone company. She loved all animals and supported many animal rescue organizations. Lois always had one or two dogs that she loved dearly. She also enjoyed traveling, gardening and decorating her home. Lois is survived by her local cousins Ron Ballauf, Elaine Rebecchi, Bob Archibald, and Scotty Robson, and their families. She is also survived by several cousins in North Dakota. Lois will be dearly missed by her family and friends. A Celebration of Life will be held at the Club House in Spring Lakes Park, 225 Mount Hermon Road, Scotts Valley on Sunday October 28, 2018 at 1:00 pm