JoAnn C. Monberger

JoAnn C. Monberger obituary

JoAnn C. Monberger

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JoAnn Monberger Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by O'Donnell Funeral Home, Inc. - Allentown on Feb. 27, 2026.
JoAnn C. Monberger, 94, peacefully passed away on Thursday February 26, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. JoAnn was the loving wife of Paul "Nick" Monberger, and they were happily married for over 50 years prior to his passing in 2000. Born in Jeannette, PA., she was a daughter of the late Francis and Bridget (Sarsfield) Connelly.

JoAnn was a talented seamstress who worked for various clothing manufacturers, skillfully crafting garments with care and precision. She was the heart of her family, a devoted wife, housewife, and homemaker always putting others before herself and ensuring everyone was cared for. She adored her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren and nothing brought her greater joy than having her family gathered around her. JoAnn was an avid reader and an occasional amateur gambler who enjoyed her trips to the casino. Her loving smile could brighten any room, and she was always there when you needed her. JoAnn will be greatly missed by all those who knew and loved her.

Surviving is her loving daughter: Catherine Wachinski and her husband John. JoAnn has 6 grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren, and was predeceased by her sons: Paul, Robert and Frank. Additionally, she was predeceased by her siblings: Bernie, Irene, Frank and Mike.

Services will be 12:00PM on Thursday March 5, 2026, at the O'Donnell Funeral Home, in Allentown. Calling Hour will be 11:00-12:00 in the Funeral Home.

In lieu of flowers contributions may be made in JoAnn's memory to the Lehigh Valley Hospice- 17th Street Inpatient Hospice Care.

Online condolences may be made at www.odonnellfuneralhomes.com

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Upcoming Events

Mar

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O'Donnell Funeral Home, Inc. - Allentown

908 Hanover Avenue, Allentown, PA 18109

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Mar

5

Service

12:00 p.m.

O'Donnell Funeral Home, Inc. - Allentown

908 Hanover Avenue, Allentown, PA 18109

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Only 5 days left for delivery to next service.