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Joan Elaine Kauffman
1944 - 2017
Joan Elaine Kauffman
1944 - 2017
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BORN
1944
DIED
2017
Joan Kauffman Obituary
Mrs. Joan Elaine Shenk Kauffman, 72 of Calhoun, died Friday, March 31, 2017. She was born in Lancaster, PA on December 24, 1944. She was preceded in death by her father, J. Clair Shenk.
She is survived by her husband of 52 years, Marlin Kauffman; a son and daughter-in-law, Brad and Nikki Kauffman of Clemons, NC; daughters and sons-in-laws, Leigh and Ian Hjaltolin of Faroe Islands, Shay Kauffman of Calhoun, GA, Tom and Gil Logatto of Toms River, NJ, Rebecca and Bob Clark of Kannapolis, NC, Elizabeth and Adam Panepinto of Charlotte, NC, Emily and Greg Bailey of Adairsville, GA, and Ami and Nathaniel Phillips of Adairsville, GA; mother, Rebecca Shenk; a brother and sister-in-law, Richard and Sharon Shenk of Sarasota, FL; sisters and brothers-in-law, Dorothy and Jim Kenes, Mary and Larry Woomert of Sarasota, FL, Brenda and Stanley Eash of East Petersburg, PA, and Lori and Ed Arnold of Orlando, FL; and grandchildren, Anna, Kate, Joy, Emma, Caleb, Carly, Hunter, David, Jonathan, Christopher, Gilbert, and Eli.
A memorial service will be held Thursday, April 6th at 2:00 p.m. from the chapel of Max Brannon and Sons Funeral Home with Tom Morrison, Pastor Larry Woomert, Pastor Jim Kenes, and Pastor Brad Kauffman officiating. The family will greet friend following the service at the funeral home.
Condolences may be left online at www.maxbrannonandsons.com. Arrangements are under the care and direction of Max Brannon and Sons Funeral Home of Calhoun.
Kathy Pancio
March 26, 2022
A precious lady gone too soon! ❤
Jon & Dianne Davenport
April 27, 2017
Joan was a proverbs 31 woman. We were blessed to be in their life for a short time, and will always be grateful to God for the whole family and all that time meant, especially when they dedicated our son Matthew to the Lord. Our prayers are with the family, and their friends. She will be missed but we are happy she is with her Savior. God Bless.
Gwen Bennett
April 9, 2017
Awesome lady who was a faithful wife, mother, grandmother, cousin, aunt and friend. You embraced so many like myself with much love of which I will always be thankful. Rest in peace Joan
Joyce Starks
April 8, 2017
Marlin, thank you so much for calling to tell me about Joan's passing. I was so shocked and saddened by the news. I will always remember our wonderful times together in Virginia and visiting you in Pennsylvania. Larry and I loved you all so much. To know Joan is now with Jesus and Larry makes it easier for me. I pray God's comfort and strength for all of you at this time. Much love to you all, Joycie.
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Joyce Starks
April 8, 2017
Marlin, thank you so much for calling to tell me about Joan's passing. I was so shocked and saddened. I will always remember our time together in Virginia and then visiting you all in Pennsylvania. Larry and I so loved you and your family. Knowing Joan is with Jesus and Larry and that we will see them again helps during this sad time. I pray God's comfort and strength for each of you. Much love to you all, Joycie.
Eric and Jessie Ayala
April 6, 2017
Emily,
You are one of my dearest friends and I am heartbroken to hear of what has happened. I only met your mother a couple of times but I immediately seen where you got your grace, kind heart, and passion for food from! Eric and I are thinking of you and your whole family in this moment and I would be happy to get you anything you need. Your mother will be well taken care of in her forever life above. We love you.
Jeff and Joan Farrenkopf
April 6, 2017
Elizabeth, Adam and family, my words can not express a proper understanding of the sorrow you must be feeling. Your mom had left an amazing eternal legacy in all her children. Her fruit is evident everywhere. She will be sorely missed but that pain is quickly interrupted by the blessed hope we have in Christ, knowing you will see her beautiful face again and enjoy her hugs again.
Diane & David Wiegand
April 5, 2017
Thanking you Pastor Marlin, In His Name, for taking timeout in calling me. David & I are very grateful for your consideration in letting us know of your dearest Joan's passing. I am still so very honored to have had the pleasure of Our Lord leading me directly to your doors. Literally, your beautiful Joan came out of your door, with The Holy Spirit all over her. As soon as she greeted me, I felt the Lord's presence! She had the warmest spirit filled hands & spoke with such a Godly voice! I will never forget how lovely she was in the bright sun & without any makeup on, she was still gorgeous! I knew her FAITH WAS STRONG as soon as our eyes met. I knew she was a Godly Spirit filled lady as soon as I heard her voice! It was amazingly remarkable & very Joyful Unto The Lord! I knew then, I was in the Lord's yard. Yes indeed, I was at home when I landed in Ms. JOAN's GARDEN OF EDEN, as the colorful flowers blossomed around us. I am still in shock of how it all transpired in our 1st meeting, as if it were yesterday! It was like The Circle Of Life, when she pointed to the area where u both walked & spent quality time with Our Lord in your yd. I AM SO HAPPY THAT I MET MY BEST FRIEND & SISTER IN CHRIST, that day! OUR FATHER GOD INTRODUCED Us! YES INDEED, your Breathtakingly Beautiful wife, Ms. Joan & I finally met as best friends, as she wrapped her loving arms around me! It was the most wonderful greeting I have ever had & probably ever will have until we meet again w/OUR FATHER IN HEAVEN. I said immediatly, that I felt her Holiness & her Godly Spirit! She began telling me that your home was your CHURCH! Wow! I knew then, God sent me there to also worship as I had been Church Shopping for a place where I felt HOME 4 many years. The Holy Spirit was all over me too as we walked arm in arm together in your driveway. I graciously accepted her warm invitation to come back to meet you & the most awesome church family I have ever had the pleasure of being associated with in my whole life! I learned so much from her, u & your Church Family. I made the best & most Wonderful Holy Spiritfilled family of friends when I came thru ur doors! The best relationship is with OUR LORD & SAVIOR & Ms.Joan planted that deeply into mine & many others souls. Today, I now know how to pray & have a special relationship w/Our Father God because of The Word of Life Church! My husband, David also felt right at home especially when we had dinner on the grounds in your back yd. She will be missed by many but we shall celebrate her life tomorrow as she is walking hand in hand w/Jesus on those lovely streets of gold! She talked of those lovely times & we extend, Our Sincerest Condolences to u & all the Kauffman Family. She also sang beautifully when she praised Our Lord! She had HUGE WINGS as she hugged all with open arms! May God continue to bless all of you & The Word of Life Family & Friends. We love u all so very very much & we have missed u terribly too. Again, I apologize we did not know of the seriousness of her hospitalization until she went home 2 be w/Our Lord & Savior, when u called. Thanking you both again, In His Name, With all of our❤felt & Deepest Sympathy, Diane & David Wiegand
Mary Martin
April 5, 2017
Marlin & Family,
My Thoughts & Prayers are with the family at this difficult time. May you all feel the loving & comforting arms of Jesus wrapped around you in your time of sorrow & pain.
Marge Ware
April 5, 2017
Emily, you and your entire family are in my thoughts and prayers today. I am so sorry to hear about your mom. I always enjoyed her visits to the store. She was such an amazing person and you are lucky family to have had her in your lives. I know that she is in heaven looking down at all of you and would not want to see you grieve. God bless you all and know that I am thinking of you all.
Rita Suiter
April 5, 2017
Your entire family is in our heart and prayers. May God continue to surround your family with comforting and healing angels.
The Mercier Orchards Family
Anthony Yaklich
April 3, 2017
Dear Marlin & Family,
I am so saddened for your loss. Please accept my deepest sympathy. I pray that you would experience His peace that passes all understanding in the coming days.
Ron & Patti Stoltzfus
April 3, 2017
Marlin and Family, Ron and I are deeply saddened to hear of Joan's passing. May God comfort you and keep you close to Him. Ron and Patti Stoltzfus
April 3, 2017
Dear Marlin and Family,
We were shocked and saddened to hear of Joanie's passing. I will always remember the wonderful, though infrequent, family gatherings throughout the years.
We are holding you and all the family close to our hearts, and we pray for your peace and comfort during this sad time.
We love you,
Aunt Barb and Uncle Jack Carpenter
Fairborn, Ohio
April 3, 2017
Our deepest condolences to the Kauffman family. We pray for Gods loving comfort during this most difficult time. Love and Hugs from NJ. James and Dominie Deluca
Gary and Lee Bailey
April 3, 2017
We are truly heartbroken at the loss of such a wonderful neighbor and person. May God bless all of the family during their time of grief.
Adrienne & Terry Pink
April 3, 2017
Our hearts are heavy. The Pink family will be praying for strength as you endure this time. We are trusting God.
We love you and will be here for you always.....
Robert / Anna Glick
April 2, 2017
Marlin, You have our prayers and sympathy during this time of loss.
Barney and Libby Mitchell
April 2, 2017
Liz our hearts are hurting for you and your family. May God cover you all with His supernatural grace and peace. Love you tons
Chanda Livesay
April 2, 2017
With sincere condolences, I want to take this time to say Kauffman Family...you are all in my thoughts and prayers. I was so blessed to have the foundation of Truth implanted in my heart from Ms.Joan...the MOST GODLY WOMAN I have ever met. She was a General in the Faith. Always encouraging! She always affirmed and loved at all times and was never lacking in a word of wisdom! My life is forever changed because she laid down so much. She was not selfish, but beautiful, gracious, loving, caring, and nurturing. The love of Christ radiated from her. She was also quick in correction. I am thankful for the obedience she has taught me. She planted seeds that continue to produce fruit in my life, my child, and others I meet. I continue to plant in others things she so selfishly taught me. She imparted more into my life than I can put on paper. She knew how to be simple and not get to wrought up and anxious. She emptied herself out day after day of all God deposited in her. I know she will be missed. There is a whole in my heart! Love you all! May God bring peace, comfort, and rest. May you all experience a renewed strength to walk through the celebration of her life here.
With Love,
Chanda Livesay
Betty Brooks
April 2, 2017
Sorry to hear of Joan, passing she was a beautiful, gracious and woman of God...it was a pleasure knowing her...may she Rest In Peace.
Missy Schmit
April 2, 2017
Love to Marlin and all of the Kauffman family during this time and always. When I heard that she was gone I felt a shadow cross my heart. She was so strong for me when I moved here and I'll always remember how she used her authority in Christ to permanently change the direction of my life. I miss her so much, even though we didn't get to see each other much. ❤ Missy Schmit
Tomas Antonio
April 1, 2017
With all my love and sympathy for the family ...Mama Joan will be missed ..
Kathy Pancio
April 1, 2017
Love, sympathy and prayers to the Kauffman family.
Can't put into words how much my life was blessed by crossing paths with this wonderful woman, Joan Kauffman.
❤ Kathy and Al Pancio
Walt Healy
April 1, 2017
You have our supreme condolences on the passing of your mom, a great woman of faith leaving a wonderful legacy of so many wonderful children, both natural and spiritual. Love, Maureen' and Walt Healy
Gary and Cindy Panepinto
April 1, 2017
To Marlin, Brad, Leigh, Shay, Joni, Becky, Elizabeth, Emily, Ami and family, We send our love and condolences to all of you. We are praying for the Lord to keep you in His great comfort and peace, knowing that His grace will carry you through. We can only imagine how Joan is rejoicing as she walks the streets of gold hand in hand with Jesus. All that she has lived for, all that she has proclaimed, all that she envisioned, is now an awesome reality. She certainly is realizing her reward for being an outstanding servant of the most high God. We pray that you take great solace in knowing you truly will be reunited and spend eternity together!
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