Joan Orff's obituary , Passed away on January 4, 2026 in Minersville, Pennsylvania

Joan Orff

October 24, 1936 - January 4, 2026 (89 years old)

Minersville, Pennsylvania

Joan Orff's obituary , Passed away on January 4, 2026 in Minersville, Pennsylvania

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Mahal-Ritzel Funeral Home Inc.

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Joan Orff

October 24, 1936 - January 4, 2026 (89 years old)

Minersville, Pennsylvania

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Joan Orff Obituary

With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Joan Orff of Minersville, Pennsylvania, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on January 4, 2026 at the age of 89. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

In the vast expanse of eternity, Joan shall find rest, cradled in the arms of everlasting peace. And as we bid Joan farewell, her loved ones carry with them the precious gift of her memory, a beacon of hope guiding them through the shadows of sorrow towards the light of a new dawn.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Arnold Lord and Helen Lord (Gleason); her husband Fred Orff; and her son James. She is survived by: her daughter Nicole of Hazleton; and her pets, Abbey and Katie. She is also survived by several nieces and nephews.

In lieu of flowers the family requests donations made to Brandon's Forever Home 187 N. Church St. Hazleton, Pa. 18202.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Mahal-Ritzel Funeral Home Inc.



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Mahal-Ritzel Funeral Home, Inc.
104 S 4th St, Minersville, PA 17954

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Jan 10

Mass of Christian Burial

St. Michael the Archangel Church
538 Sunbury St, Minersville, PA 17954

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