Joann Spangler's obituary , Passed away on January 5, 2026 in York, Pennsylvania

Joann Spangler

February 24, 1936 - January 5, 2026 (89 years old)

York, Pennsylvania

Joann Spangler's obituary , Passed away on January 5, 2026 in York, Pennsylvania

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Joann Spangler

February 24, 1936 - January 5, 2026 (89 years old)

York, Pennsylvania

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Joann Spangler Obituary

It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved Joann Spangler (York, Pennsylvania), who passed away at the age of 89, on January 5, 2026. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

As Joann departs from this earthly realm, her essence lingers — a whisper on the wind, a ripple on the water — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of life and death. Though Joann may no longer walk beside us, her spirit lives on in the memories and the legacy Joann leaves behind.

She was predeceased by: her husband Elwood C. "Woody" Spangler; and her parents, Gladys Diehl (Sprenkel) and Austin Eugene Diehl. She is survived by: her daughters, Krista Stambaugh (Jim) of York, PA and Karla Gannett (Glenn) of Greenville, NC.; and her grandchildren, Erika North of Malta, NY, Erin Ring (Kyle) of Downingtown, PA, Austin Gannett (Amy) of Greenville, NC and Kamille Gannett of Greenville, NC.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Memorial White Rose Home Health & Hospice, 224 Saint Charles Way, Suite 100, York, PA 17402.

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January 15, 2026

Wade Markel wrote a sympathy message

“Sorry to hear of Joanne’s passing. She loved to share stories and enjoyed her time at Wisehaven Pool. She will be missed. Wade”


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