Joanne F. Gruber

Joanne F. Gruber

Joanne Gruber Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Oct. 7, 2018.
Joanne F. Gruber, 60 years, of Fogelsville, passed away, Friday, October 5, 2018 at Easton Hospital. Born in Allentown, she was the daughter of Ralph P. Gruber of Fogelsville and the late Anna Mae (Griffi) Gruber. Joanne graduated from Lehigh Carbon Community College and went on to receive her master's degree in accounting from DeSales University. She was currently employed by Strohl's Chevrolet in Fogelsville as a controller for the last 15 years. Prior to that, she was an account manager for Mancor Inc. for many years. Joanne was a member of Weisenberg Lutheran Church in New Tripoli where she taught Sunday School and was the youth group director for many years. Survivors: Father, Ralph Gruber, beloved brother, Forrest Gruber and his wife Sharon. She is also survived by Forrest's three children: Lisa Kuhns and husband Dwayne, and their children, Katie, Kody and his fiancé Karisa, and their son Lukas; Amy Manwiller and husband George, and their children, Owen and Georgia; and Jason Gruber and wife Mary and their sons, Jayce and Jesse. Services: The service will be held at 11:00 AM on Wednesday, October 10 at Weisenberg Lutheran Church, 7645 Weisenberg Church Rd., New Tripoli with the Rev. Raymond J. Hand officiating. Visitation will be from 10:00 to 11:00 AM. Interment, Church Cemetery. Arrangements by Keller Funeral Homes, Inc., Fogelsville. Online condolences may be offered to the family at www.KellerFuneralHomes.com. Contributions: In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Weisenberg Lutheran Church Youth Group, 7634 Weisenberg Church Rd., New Tripoli, 18066.

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December 28, 2021

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October 13, 2021

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Felicia Rosa

December 28, 2021

Joanne, I think of you all the time. I miss you so much!

Marlene

October 13, 2021

Missing you so much my friend
Went to Red Robin in your honor on 10/05 - hard to believe it's been 3 years - missed doing your birthday dinner there in July 2018 and all our birthdays since then Love you forever & a day

Felicia Rosa

October 11, 2018

Joanne ,

I send my deepest sympathies

You will be missed

Felicia Rosa

October 11, 2018

Joanne , You were a good friend to me. I'm deeply saddened of the news of your passing. I got a missed call from you on Friday night. To find out this tragic news. You will always be remembered by Madison and me. We love you and will never forget you. Thank you for always being you , so generous and kind spirited. Sincerely,Felicia Rosa

Judy Haas-Sourwine

October 10, 2018

Please accept my heartfelt condolences in Joanne's passing. She was a great friend and fellow classmate. My thoughts and prayers go out to her family.

Wendy Nguyen

October 9, 2018

Uncle Ralph and Family,
Please accept my heartfelt condolences in Joanne's passing. She and AnnaMae have always held a special place in my heart. Praying that you will hold tight and take comfort in all of the wonderful memories that you shared. Keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers.
With Love,
Wendy, Kayla, Mya & Hanna Nguyen

Marlene Hahn Hajducko

October 9, 2018

Dear Ralph, Forrest and your family ~ I know this is a very difficult unexpected loss for all of you ! Feeling it deeply with a very heavy heart and much sadness for you all ! I know she had strong faith and love for her church. She also loved being an aunt and a great aunt ! I will greatly miss her and I know this is true for so many !
Love, Marlene

October 9, 2018

May the God of all comfort strengthen the family during this time of deep sorrow. Those who pass on, God keeps in his memory because they are precious in his eyes. My sincerest condolences. (Psalms 116:15)

Irene Shelly

October 8, 2018

My condolences to Mr. Ralph Gruber and the extended family. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. I was so glad to have known Joanne through the years. I enjoyed seeing her at the family birthday gatherings. She was an inspiration to all of us and devoted her life to her family, work and her church. She will be greatly missed by everyone and no forgotten. You are now at peace with your mother Anna Mae and will be looking down upon all of us. You will live in our hearts forever. Be at peace with the Lord. Love, Sandor and Irene Shelly

Chrystal Mohr

October 8, 2018

My sincere condolences. Joanne was my boss when I worked at Strohl's. She was a great boss and mentor.
I am so sorry for your loss.

Nancy Shreve

October 8, 2018

My condolences to you Ralph, and Forrest. I have fond memories of young childhood play dates with Joanne and also a strong friendship throughout our school days. May the love and comfort of others help you through this difficult time. Prayers for peace that passes all understanding. Nancy Shreve

Yvonne Roberts/Broutin

October 8, 2018

My sincere condolences to the entire Gruber family. Joanne and I worked together during our Mancor years. Prayers of comfort are sent your way.

Peter Bagenstose

October 8, 2018

My condolences to Mr. Gruber (Ralph) and friend Forrest and your extended families. One of my favorite neighborhood families growing up. Joanne always had a sweet personality and kind soul. You will be in my thoughts.

David Vincent

October 7, 2018

Ralph, so sorry for your loss. Joanne asked me to help with the youth group at Weisenberg and I am so greatfull she asked me!!! It has been a real honor to get to know her throughout the past years. She was all in it for our youth and everyone around her! I will miss her greatly! I hope she finds peace with the Lord.

Blooming Heart

Lynn Bogert

Sent Flowers

Sylvia Litzenberger

October 7, 2018

Ralph, Am so sorry for your loss. She will be greatly missed.

Cory Bogert

October 7, 2018

Joanne was a sweetheart. She would often bring cookies and candy for the mechanics at Strohls. She had a great sense of humor. Her kindness was paramount. What a wonderful person, and friend!

Robert Bartholomew

October 7, 2018

We were so sorry to hear about your daughter! Our deepest sympathy! God be with during this difficult time.

Jason, Mary, Jayce, and Jesse Gruber

October 7, 2018

Aunt Jo, we love you to heaven and back. May you find joy and peace in the arms of the Lord. Give Grandma Mae a hug from all of us. We will miss you forever, especially our movie nights and our Pizza Hut school-end celebrations. Your nephews, Jayce and Jesse, said they will think of you every time they see a dolphin. We carry your spirit in our hearts. Please continue to watch over us.

Claudia Emery

October 7, 2018

Omg Was not ready to read this ... I wont be able to attend Wednesday ( we already have plans for our sons bday that day ) but Ralph and Forrest know that Im there in thoughts. Joanne and your whole family were like my second home and family. I probably spent as much time at your house or even more then my own growing up .. My thoughts and prayers go out to all of you Love you all

LeAnn Shiemaker

October 7, 2018

So very sorry to hear this! She was a beautuful, Christian woman! She will be fondly remembered from our time at Weisenberg Church!

Lynn Bogert

October 7, 2018

Joanne was the most caring person I know. Always had a big hug for me when I'd see her. Her heart was made of gold. She will be missed, but memories will last.

Eleanor and Dale Lakatosh

October 7, 2018

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

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