City of Jasper honors Juanita Boehm

It is with deep sadness and profound respect that the City of Jasper announces the passing of former Clerk-Treasurer Juanita Boehm. A lifelong resident of Jasper, Juanita served our community with unwavering dedication for more than two decades.

Juanita first took office as Clerk-Treasurer in 1996. Over her 24-year tenure, she became a cornerstone of city operations, recognized for her meticulous management of the City’s finances and her strong commitment to fiscal transparency. Upon her retirement in 2019, she was honored by the City for her decades of service. Throughout her career, she took great pride in maintaining consistently clean audit reports, an achievement she regarded as one of her most meaningful professional legacies.

Beyond her financial leadership, Juanita was a mentor to many within city government. Mayor Dean Vonderheide previously noted the value of her guidance during his first year in office, crediting her institutional knowledge and steady leadership as instrumental during that time.

“Juanita was more than a public official; she was a devoted servant of the City of Jasper,” said Kiersten Knies, current Clerk-Treasurer. “Her 24 years of service helped shape the foundation of our city’s financial strength, and her presence in City Hall will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege of working alongside her.”

Juanita’s commitment to Jasper extended beyond her professional service. She was an active volunteer and a member of several community organizations, including the Jasper Jaycees.

The City of Jasper extends its deepest condolences to Juanita’s family and friends during this difficult time. In her honor, Mayor Ryan Craig has ordered flags in the City of Jasper to be lowered to half-staff on Tuesday, April 28 and Wednesday, April 29, 2026, and a moment of silence will be observed at the next Jasper City Council meeting on May 20, 2026, at 5:30 p.m.