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Joan Hutzler Obituary
Joan Kelso Hutzler, born December 8, 1930 in New York City died January 14,2023 at Kendal of Ithaca, a life care community in Upstate NY. She was predeceased by her husband of 57 years John Robert Hutzler (August 22, 1929-Decemeber 24, 2009). Before moving to Kendal, Joan lived at The Landings in Savannah GA for 20 years, having relocated there from Malvern PA. Joan supported her family through multiple Eastern US relocations as her husband climbed the engineering corporate ladder. When her children were all old enough to attend school, she became a librarian at the elementary and middle school levels, and in retirement, was a part-time reference librarian in Pennsylvania.
She is survived by her four children: John (Maria) Hutzler, Oak Park IL; Christine (James) Medici, Omaha NE; Beth (Peter) Brennan, Ithaca NY; James (Wendy) Hutzler, Barrington RI, eight grandchildren and six great grandchildren.
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May God comfort and give you peace during this difficult time. Please know that she lives on forever in your hearts and memories. Please also accept my sincere condolences, she will be greatly missed.
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