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Joyce Schanzenbach Obituary
Joyce was born August 12th, 1941, to Aaron and Sarah Hess in Stonersville, PA. She graduated from Exeter High School and subsequently attended Millersville University, earning a B.A. in Education. Later in life she earned a Master of Education from Kutztown University.
In 1964 Joyce married the love of her life, William Schanzenbach (Bill), and had three children, Scott, Karen, and Stacey. She worked as an elementary school teacher in the Southern Lehigh School District and retired in 1993. Following retirement, Joyce and Bill moved to Leesburg, FL where they lived for 25 years.
Throughout her life, Joyce enjoyed doing volunteer work, most recently leading a group making afghans for children at Boggy Creek Camp. She loved water and step aerobics, line dancing, gardening and was an avid reader. In addition to her many activities, Joyce enjoyed spending time with her seven grandchildren and traveling with Bill. Throughout their retirement they toured extensively in the U.S., Canada, Europe and Asia.
Joyce was preceded in death by her parents, her sister Linda Wells, and her brother-in-law Jim Wells. She is survived by her husband Bill of 58 years, her son Scott Schanzenbach (Lori Halenar), Karen Carter (Ray), Stacey Gibbons (Bill) and grandchildren Emma and Erich Schanzenbach; Dillon and Alessandra Carter; Casey, Erin, and Madeline Gibbons, as well as many other relatives and friends.
Joyce was a life-long Lutheran and most recently a member at Hope Lutheran Church in The Villages, FL. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made in Joyce's name to Hope Lutheran Church, 250 Avenida Los Angelos, The Villages, FL 32162.
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Eileen teater and Clayton Snyder
July 23, 2024
Sorry to hear about this. Clayton and I send condolences. We both have had losses and know where you are. So sorry to hear.
Amy Rafferty
November 23, 2022
Dear Scott, Karen & Stacy,
I am so sorry to hear of your Mom's passing. So many happy memories at your home in Coopersburg especially in the pool! My parents were always happy when I was at your house because they knew your parents were actually parenting! She was a kind person and a great Mom in all the ways that matter. Best,
Amy (Patuka) Rafferty
RICHARD and MERRILL ADAMS
November 20, 2022
Dear Bill and Family,
I am so sad to see this announcement of Joyce's death. (Those words don't go together). We went through all 12 years of Exeter Township schools together, starting in St Lawrence with Helen Rahn. She got to ride a bus. I walked. I always expected to see you at our five year reunions and will miss her. Sweet dear lady and old friend.
Our condolences to your children and grandchildren who I am sure will miss her terribly and, of course, to you on the loss of you best friend and the love of your life.
All the best.
Richard and Merrill Adams
Glen, Tracy, Tyler & Kaitlyn Esenwein
November 19, 2022
We extend our deepest sympathies to Uncle Bill, Scott, Karen, Stacey and your families. Aunt Joyce was a special person who always made us feel welcomed and greeted us with a smile. Cherish the memories.
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Marvin Carter, Sr.
November 19, 2022
Joyce, mother to my cherished DIL, was a thoughtful, loving and intelligent person who, with her husband, were very good friends of ours. We shall miss her as family members.
EHSEAA
November 19, 2022
On behalf of the Exeter H S Eagles Alumni Assn., we extend our sincere condolences to Bill and families. God Bless!
Joan Antush
November 19, 2022
William & family so sorry for your loss. Joyce was in my class at Exeter. May God bless her soul & give comfort to you & the family.
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