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Joyce Pfenning Obituary

Joyce A. Pfenning 1933-2010 VERNON Joyce Anne Pfenning, 77 of Huckle Hill Road, died peacefully Monday morning, November 29, 2010 at Vernon Green Nursing Home where she had been a resident since July. Joyce was born in Springfield, Vt. on August 19, 1933 the daughter of Alfred and Mildred (Putnam) Pelkey. She was raised and educated in Springfield and was a graduate of Springfield High School, Class of 1950. She went on to attend and graduate from Castleton State College where she earned her B.S. degree in teaching. Joyce had been employed at the Vernon School as secretary for 17 years, retiring in 1992. Previously she had worked as a secretary for ten years at Brattleboro Union High School. She taught elementary education in Brattleboro at both Green Street School and Canal Street School. With her husband she was a member of Vernon Christian Advent Church and earlier had attended First Congregational Church in West Brattleboro. Of her pastimes and interests, she enjoyed golfing, bowling, knitting, reading and time shared with her family. She especially enjoyed vacationing on the coast of Maine. On August 28, 1954 in Springfield she was married to Bradford A. Pfenning who survives. Besides her devoted and loving husband of 56 years she leaves: two daughters; Cheryl P. Deyo and husband Peter of Vernon and Gay Pfenning also of Vernon, one sister, Gail Pelkey of Springfield, five grandchildren, one great granddaughter and many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by three sisters; Shirley Redo, Barbara Hall and Gladys Chadbourne. FUNERAL NOTICE: Funeral services will be conducted Monday at 11 a.m. at Vernon Advent Christian Church with Pastor Bruce Burks officiating. Burial will follow in Tyler Cemetery. For those who desire, memorial contributions in Joyce's name may be made to Vernon Advent Christian Home, 61 Greenway Drive, Vernon, VT. 05354 or to The Gathering Place, 30 Terrace Street, Brattleboro, VT. 05301. To sign an online register book with messages of e-condolence please visit www.atamaniuk.com. Arrangements are under the direction of the Atamaniuk Funeral Home.

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Published by Brattleboro Reformer from Nov. 30 to Dec. 2, 2010.

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Rebecca Hammond Yager

December 6, 2010

My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Whenever I remember my years at Vernon Elementary, Mrs. Pfenning is always an indelible part of the memory. Every blessing.

Carol Hammond

December 6, 2010

Mrs. Pfenning was so pleasant and sweet. No wonder the kids all loved her at Vernon Elementary. My daughters have fond memories of her. She never seemed to lose patience. I trust that memories of happy days will be a comfort to each of you.

December 6, 2010

I am holding you all gently in my heart at this difficult time. I can still see Joyce's smile in my mind's eye. It's not difficult to remember because she wore that smile all day at school, no matter how challenging a day it was. Such a lovely woman. One who will be sincerely missed...
Fran (Fairchild) Lynggaard

Terry Martin

December 6, 2010

Mr. Pfenning, Family & Friends,

My deepest condolences in the passing of of your wife, mother, friend. What a beautiful mentor to many of us.

My thoughts and Prayers are with you as you pass through this deep valley of Life.

Love,

December 4, 2010

Dear Brad and family
My thoughts and prayers and the times we shared together will be missed. She is with the Lord now and he will watch over her.
Joe Bedard

December 3, 2010

Dear Cheryl, Peter, and family,
My thoughts are with you at this sad time. Condolences on the death of your mother and grandmother with hopes you will be comforted by recalling happy memories.
Sue Miller

Garret Dunn

December 3, 2010

"Thank you Mrs. Pfenning" -- those were the best words to hear when growing up in Vernon and you thought you might have a no school/snow day. When the phone rang, and my Mom or Dad said "thank you Mrs. Pfenning", we knew we were off! I have such fond memories of Mrs. Pfenning at Vernon Elementary, too. It makes me happy to associate those memories with her -- it sure takes me back. My prayers go out to you Gay, Cheryl, Mr. P and family.

Mrs. Pfenning was the best.

Gary Dunn

December 3, 2010

"Thank you Mrs Pfenning". Those were my favorite words growing up in Vernon during the winter, back when Mrs P. used to call the homes of Vernon Elementary students to let them know school was closed due to snow. So, when I heard my Dad say "thank you Mrs. Pfenning", I knew we were free for the day! I can't think of a nicer way to remember such a warm, friendly person. Thinking of you, Gay, Cheryl, Mr. P and family and will pray for you all. My very best,

Gene & Joan Morse

December 3, 2010

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Tom & Judy Linn

December 2, 2010

Cheryl, We are so sorry for your loss. Know that you are in our thoughts & prayers at this time. Much Love

Terry Rawson

December 2, 2010

TO the Pfenning family, so very sorry to read of Mrs.Pfenning passing she will truly be missed. Our love to you all the Rawson's

Michelle (Pratt) Penza

December 2, 2010

To the Pfenning family - Mrs. Pfenning was such a wonderful woman. I remember her at Vernon School. She was always so sweet and kind, and always had a smile on her face. My deepest condolences to everyone. She will truly be missed.

Kathy Ellor

December 2, 2010

To the Pfennings - my condolences on the loss of wife and mother

Diana Bedard

December 2, 2010

Brad, I am so sorry to hear about Joyce. I only knew her for a short time, but with fond memories. She was a sweet woman and I enjoyed the times we spent together!
Take care.

December 2, 2010

Mrs. Pfenning was my 2nd grade teacher at Green Street whom I tenderly remember as kind and patient. Bless her heart.
Susan (Richards) Shaw
Florence, Vermont

Amy(Capen) Avery

December 2, 2010

I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Mrs. Pfenning, was a wonderful woman who always made Monday mornings warm with her gentle good mornings and her beautiful smile.

Kerry (Nowicki) Bailey

December 2, 2010

I was so sad to read about Mrs. Pfenning. I can still see her smiling face as I would walk into Vernon Elementary School each and every day. She will be missed by many. Love to you all,

Stan LaFlamme

December 2, 2010

To the Pfenning Family
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of your loss.

Glenda Gleason

December 2, 2010

How lucky I am to not only have had her as my second grade teacher, but to have known her througout my life. What a wonderful lady.
My deepest sympathy to the family.

MARY UNDERWOOD

December 2, 2010

To all of the Pfenning Family,

Your Mom was one of the best employees at Vernon School. She will be missed by all that knew her. Our thoughts and sympathy go out to all of you at this time.

The Underwoods

Tami Evans Napolitano

December 2, 2010

Mr.Pfenning, Gay and rest of the family,

I am very sorry to hear of your lost. May your memories help you get thru this difficult time. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers.

The Staff of Atamaniuk Funeral Home

December 2, 2010

Offering our deepest condolences during this time.

Gina & Stewart Shepard

December 1, 2010

Gay,

We are so sorry to hear of your mom's passing. Our thoughts are with you and your family.

Gail Lynde

December 1, 2010

Your Mom was such a nice person, and very kind to me when I worked at Vernon. I'd see her once in a while up here in Kennebunk and it was always a pleasure. My deepest condolences to you and your family.

November 30, 2010

Mrs. Pfenning was a bright light for me many days at Vernon School, She will be missed my prayers to Mr. Pfenning Cheryl, Gay and the family.

Colleen (Mikuski)Thomas, Vernon, Vermont

Timothy Vigneau

November 30, 2010

So sorry for your loss. She was always such a sweet person. She is one I will never forget from Vernon Elem School. She will be forever missed.

Jessica Champney

November 30, 2010

Brad,Cheryl Gay & Family,
It was a pleasure to take care of Joyce, her sense of humor and personality made it a great time. Brad please let me know if you need anything..I can stop by anytime to help. Take care of yourself and be strong :)

November 30, 2010

My heart and prayers be with you during your difficult time.
I remember Joyce working at Vernon Elementary as a child and hold the memories fondly in my heart.
Bless you all.
Paula (Johnson) Carpenter-Ewen

Alanna & Ryan lynch

November 30, 2010

Deepest Condolences to you and your Family.......

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