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Joanna Wagner Obituary
Joanna "Pete" Wagner, 92, of Leesport, passed away on April 7, 2019.
Born December 8, 1926 in Ephrata, Pa., she was the beloved daughter of Helen and Vernon Lawhead; and raised by her "Gammy" Annie Miller with her cousin, Mabel
Derikson Jankowski. She was predeceased by the "love of her life," her husband of 41 years, Boyd C. Wagner Jr., in 1993.
Pete is survived by her loving sons, Dr. Boyd C. Wagner III, husband of Tracy Schott-Wagner, of Leesport, and Todd
Wagner, husband of Kathy Wagner, of Blue Bell; and her daughter, Lynn Codi, of Reading; and grandsons, Ben and Tyler Codi. She was the beloved "Gammy" to grandsons, Boyd "Bo" Wagner IV and Ian Wagner, with whom she lived for many years.
Pete is a graduate of Ephrata High School and Lebanon Valley College. She worked as a social worker at Bethany Children's Home. She was active in theater and music from a young age and loved singing her entire life. Pete was
active in many community organizations as a board member including Berks County Children and Youth, Central PA Women's Golf Association, and she was the first woman elected to both Schuylkill Valley School Board (on which she served as president) and the Berks County Intermediate Unit.
Pete was a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Reading. She loved to travel and could boast visiting every continent. One of her favorite vacation memories was visiting the dogs who pulled the Iditarod sleds and riding them in Alaska "up the hill."
While known by many for her beauty, grace and style, her family remembers her best as the rescuer of animals,
especially the many Newfoundlands she raised. Pete loved all animals and shared her home and farm with dogs, cats, horses, sheep, deer and many exotic animals - even a couple of crazy river otters. In her final days, we could make her smile by naming the animals that were waiting for her on the other side of the rainbow bridge.
Services will be private at the convenience of the family.
In lieu of flowers, please honor Pete's memory by
contributing to the Animal Rescue League of Berks County, 58 Kennel Road, Birdsboro, PA 19508.
Leibensperger Funeral Homes Inc., Leesport, is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences can be made at www.leibenspergerfuneralhomes.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Joanna Wagner
5 Entries
April 15, 2019
Psalm 90:10 says that the days of our years are 70 years, And if because of special mightiness they are 80 years.
May the memories of the wonderful times you shared together bring a smile and joy in your heart.
Glenn & Lisa Fisher
April 13, 2019
So sorry for your loss. She was a sweet woman. Ramona sends her condolences to the family.
April 12, 2019
"Whip" Wagner & Family
Sorry to hear of your mother's passing. She was a fine person and a gracious lady. Our thoughts and sympathy to you and your family.
Fred and Barbara Klink
Tucson, Arizona
April 12, 2019
Dr.Wagner&Family,
Our Deepest Heartfelt Sympathy to you and your family.So sorry to hear of your Mother's passing,may she Rest In Peace.Our prayers and thoughts are with you.
Sincerely,
Greg&Michelle Alesin
April 11, 2019
My sincerest condolences to the family hope you find comfort through prayer 1Thessalonians 5:17
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