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Joann Mohr Obituary
Joann was a homemaker. She had worked many years in the garment factory and had worked as the cook at Perry County Head Start Program for more than 20 years. She was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Du Quoin. She enjoyed quilting and was a member of Sacred Heart Quilters. She was also a member of Catholic Daughters. She had been on Funeral Dinner Committee at the church and enjoyed playing pinochle with her friends.
She was born June 1, 1934, in Vergennes, the daughter of Joseph M. and Ruth E. (Smith) Schafer.
She married Elmer T. Mohr on June 19, 1954, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Du Quoin and he survives.
Left to mourn her passing are her husband of Du Quoin; two sons, Karl Mohr of Johnston City and Randall Mohr and wife, Karla, of West City; one daughter, Lisa Mohr of Du Quoin; two grandchildren, Caron Sullens and husband, Andy, and their baby on the way of Decatur, and Shelly Mohr and fiancé, Jason Fritz, of Herrin; three step grandchildren, Drake LeBrun, Tyler Knowles and Morgan Knowles, all of West City; one sister, Mary Lou Epplin of Red Bud; and one sister-in-law, Helen Schafer of Pinckneyville.
She was preceded in death by her parents and four brothers.
Mass of Christian burial will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday, April 14, 2009, in Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Du Quoin, with Father Bernardine Nganzi officiating. Burial will be in Sacred Heart Cemetery at Du Quoin. Friends may call from 5 to 8 p.m. Monday, April 13, 2009, at Searby Funeral Home in Du Quoin.
Rosary will be prayed at 9:30 a.m. Tuesday at the funeral home.
Friends may make memorials to Masses or Hospice of Southern Illinois and will be accepted at the funeral home.
For additional information or to sign the memorial guest register, visit www.searbyfuneralhomes.com.
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Memories and Condolences
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Sharon Schafer
April 12, 2009
My memories of Aunt Joann go back to my childhood when as a very little girl she always was smiling and the sound of her laughter was warm and accepting. She taught me to sing Twinkle Twinkle Little Star and Swinging On A Star and as I look up to the heavens tonight I can see her smiling and hear her laughter. God Bless you Uncle Elmer, Karl, Randy and Lisa.
Willie Hansen
April 11, 2009
Elmer and family, I am so sorry to hear about Joann. My condolences to you and your children.
Cousin, Wilma (Miller)Hansen
Barb Werner
April 10, 2009
I am so very sad to hear that Joann passed, she was so very nice and sweet. When she was quilting at Sacred Heart she always had a hug for my daughter Hannah. She dearly loved working with the kids you really could tell. She will be sadly missed.
Marlena Burton
April 10, 2009
Mohr Family,
I will always remember Joann's smile, and tender heart. I very seldom heard her complain even when she wasn't feeling good, she just kept on going. I was blessed to be able to work with her at Head Start. May God bless your family.
Jean Ann Mathis
April 10, 2009
I am so very sorry to hear of Joann's passing. She was a good friend and mentor when I worked at Head Start. I loved her dearly. I will miss her.
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