Joanne Batzel

Joanne Batzel, 84, of Waterside, passed away May 25, 2021, at St. Francis Hospital in Wilmington, Del.

She was born July 26, 1936, in Everett, daughter of J. Ivan & Mary (VanPelt) Clark. She married John Batzel Jr. Nov. 9, 1954, in Winchester, Va. He preceded her in death Aug. 1, 2013.

Joanne is survived by the following family: daughter, Debbie Dibert & husband Donald of Middletown, Del.; sons: Greg & wife Pam of Osterburg, and Michael & significant other Trish Dasher of Woodbury, grandchildren: Brandi & husband Mike Gwin, Ashley & Kortney Dibert, Dr. Kaci, Kristi & Tyler Batzel and one great-grandson, Zakhi Chamblee.

Joanne was a member of the Waterside Church of the Brethren & the Women’s Auxiliary. She enjoyed spending time at Rocky Gap & Dover Downs, computer games, traveling, shopping & time spent with her grand dogs. She especially loved spending time with her family and friends.

Despite multiple health issues in the last few years, she always had a smile & kind word for everyone & kept her sense of humor.

Donations may be made to the American Cancer Society and/or the Bedford County Humane Society if desired. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.

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