Joanne S. Mortimer

Muhlenberg had many fine teachers, but Joanne Mortimer was one of the best. She expected a lot of her students and she gave them her best. She cared! She was a superb historian. I used her as a model during my 39 years of college teaching. She was a delight to be with and the Class of '64 was honored to have her at our fiftieth reunion.

I still remember my History of Science class that I took with your parents way back in the early 1970's. She was definitely a shining light in the History Department (along with the late Dr. Katharine van Erde). Those were for me "the good old days." My deepest sympathy goes out to you and all your family.
Julia M. Traver (Smith) '72

Dr. Mortimer was a great teacher , I enjoyed her classes when I attended Muhlenberg College years ago, I especially remember the History of Science class that both Dr. Mortimer's taught together. She will be fondly remembered.

Chip and family,

I am so sorry to learn of your Mother's passing. Just reading the obituary, I can tell what an amazing and interesting individual she was. How proud she must have been of all of you, and I cannot even imagine the loss you are experiencing. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Take good care. Diana David Brown

Chip and Family,
My deepest Sympathy. My prayers and thoughts are with you all.
Carla Trujillo

So sorry for your loss Chip. Patsie

This message is for Chip Mortimer, one of my favorite kindergarten students at Kratzer Elementary School. The first day you entered my classroom I knew you were an amazing child. I had the name "Charles" on your nametag making you extremely uncomfortable. You assured me that your name was really Chip. That could have been the beginning of teachers using nicknames in school settings! So sorry about your Mother. Fondly, Audrey Mason "Miss Knoll"

So sorry for you loss Chip. Prayers to you and your family.
Char

Joanne was a fine Lady, She will surely be missed