Jean Joyce Palasz (nee Black), age 85, departed from this earthly life Dec. 13, 2014.  Loving mother of Linda (John) Farkas and the late Craig (Linda) Westphal; proud grandmother of August, Daniel (Marivel), Susan, Jessie (Susan), Melinda (Jon), and Gwen (Matt). Further survived by great-grandchildren, other family and friends. She was a past president of the Acoustic Neuroma Organization-Milwaukee Chapter.  Visitation will be held Thursday, December 18, 2014 from 10 AM to 12 PM at the funeral home.  Service at 12 PM.