Joan L. Wentzel, beloved wife, mother and grandmother, passed away on November 2, 2025, at the age of 94. She was born on January 6, 1931, to Raymond and Harriet Roof.

Joan was preceded in death by her loving husband, Walter W. Wentzel with whom she shared 65 years of marriage. She was also preceded in death by her three sisters, Marilyn, Patricia and Cathy.

Throughout her life, Joan worked as a barmaid at the Fenwick Tavern for 15 years and also dedicated her time to Hill Farms retirement home. She found joy in dancing with her husband, playing bingo, visiting the Hollywood Casino and most of all, playing Blitz with her family and poker with her sons. Her warm smile and loving presence will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege of knowing her.

Joan is survived by her devoted sons: Michael, husband of Susan, William, husband of Kate, Stephan, husband of Candace, and Joseph, husband of Brenda. She is also survived by 8 adoring grandchildren: Elizabeth Bross, wife of Mike, Jessica Paracca, wife of Corey, Mark Wentzel, husband of Judy, Matthew Wentzel, husband of Melissa, Megan Tilley, Max Wentzel, husband of Alanna, Andrew Wentzel, husband of Courtney, and Lauren Daubert, wife of Ethan, as well as 11 great grandchildren.

A woman of grace, kindness, and unwavering love, Joan leaves behind a legacy of family values and cherished memories that will be treasured for generations to come. May she rest in eternal peace.

Funeral services will be held at 11:30 AM on Friday, November 28, 2025 at Thompson Funeral Home, Inc., 126 S 9th St, Lebanon, PA 17042. A visitation will be held prior to the service from 10:00-11:30 AM at the funeral home. Interment will be held privately at Indiantown Gap National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to your favorite charity in Joan's honor. The family welcomes your memories and messages in our online guest book at thompsonfuneralhomelebanon.com