Joan A. Messner, age 91, of Lansdale died peacefully on Sunday, July 13, 2025, at Dock Terrace. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Donald E. Messner, in 2024. They were high school sweethearts and married for over 71 wonderful years at the time of his passing.
Born on May 25, 1934, in Lykens, Pennsylvania, she was the daughter of the late John and Alberta (Umholtz) Hoffman.
She was a 1952 graduate of the former Lykens High School and took courses at Montgomery County Community College. Joan retired while working at the orthodontics practice of Dr. Leon Strohecker in Lansdale, Pa.
She was the devoted mother of son Kimber (Joy) and daughter Suzette. She was a loving Maw to 4 grandchildren Shane (Kelsey), Reid (Jenna), Kitara (Jonathan), Tanis and 4 great-grandchildren.
Joan loved to travel and enjoyed reading, crossword puzzles, flower gardening, shopping, and listening to music especially to Frank Sinatra. She treasured spending time with her family and friends.
She was a long-time member of the Trinity Lutheran Church.
We will miss her dearly.
Services are private at the convenience of the family.
In lieu of flowers, please consider donations to Ronald McDonald House Charities | RMHC or Nationwide Children’s Hospital
Knew Joan and was her hairdresser for many years, will miss her dearly. She was a very interesting woman.
Until we meet again! You always put my sister and me first in your thoughts throughout your life. You were a loving mother to us as well as your grandchildren. Rest now with Dad; you both had a great life together! Love always, your son!
Kimber and Suzette,
My heartfelt condolences on the loss of your beloved mother. I hadn’t realized from dad’s obituary that they shared an incredible 71 years of marriage together. What a truly beautiful couple they were. Thinking of you both and keeping you in my prayers during this difficult time. All the best. Gary
Thank you.
Kimber