Joel A. Hoehn, 67 – The Waynedale News

Joel A. Hoehn, 67, peacefully passed away on March 9, 2024.

Joel was born on September 6, 1956 in Silver Lake, Indiana, to Robert & Norma Hoehn. He had one older brother, Jeff. His family later moved to Waynedale, Indiana where he was a graduate of Wayne High School in 1975. His childhood was spent riding bikes with his friends. He later upgraded his two wheels to a classic 1972 Nova leading to a lifetime love of classic muscle cars. As he and his brother got older they shared memories of cruising in their cars and attending NASCAR races together.

He met his wife, LaDonna, of 37 years in 1986. Joel has two children, a son Kortoney of Chicago, IL and daughter Heather of Denver, NC. Joel enjoyed many family vacations in Frankenmuth, MI and to the beaches of the Carolinas.

Joel was an avid IU basketball fan, one of his final moments spent watching IU win with his children at his side. Joel enjoyed many hobbies including spending time outdoors, woodworking, and…