The EPWC community is mourning the loss of longtime member, Joni Parsons. She was born on February 18, 1963 and died on May 14, 2026 at her home in Eagle Point. Joni joined the Women’s Club in June, 2006 and was an active member during the next 20 years. She participated in activity groups and was especially dedicated to attending the bi-monthly luncheons at Rogue Valley Country Club. For a number of years, Joni brought a guest (co-workers, new neighbors) to most luncheons and many of those guests joined the Club as members. In 2022, Joni and EPWC member Susan Watson coordinated a Christmas gift program that paired EPWC members anonymously with a child with economic challenges to provide special gifts. A total of 44 local elementary school-aged children were served with this program and the gifts were all gathered at the EPWC Holiday party before being distributed to the families. Joni did all of the coordination with the schools including getting “wish lists” from the children to help the “Secret Santa” with shopping. She brought a smile and lots of energy to anything she was involved in.
Joni worked for Eagle Point School District 9 as a teacher, principal and district administrator over her long career there. She brought a love of children to her work and was a respected leader. She was also a devoted community servant who was a member of the Eagle Point Community Association and the Eagle Point/Upper Rogue Chamber of Commerce for many years. She was serving as a Chamber board member at the time of her death. She worked tirelessly on the community July 4th events, the Vintage Fair, the Easter Egg Hunt and the Santa Shop. Remarkably, she did all of this volunteering while also working full time. Joni was married to Nick Parsons for 35 years and they had a full and happy life. Near the time of Joni’s retirement, she was diagnosed with cancer which she battled bravely until her death. This is just a snapshot of her remarkable life and I’m sure some of you have special memories of Joni. We remember you, Joni, and thank you for your life of service.
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