Joan L. Turner

Joan L. (Becker) Turner, 90, passed away on Saturday, May 3, 2025 at the Mifflin Center where she resided. Born in Hamburg, she was the daughter of the late Walter and Ethel (Casper) Becker.

Joan began working as a seamstress at the former Diener Knitting Mills, and eventually became a Supervisor before retiring. She was an active member of the First United Church of Christ in Hamburg, and was in the choir, as well as a Past Matron of the Eastern Star. She also enjoyed knitting, and spending time with her family.

Those left to treasure Joan's memory are her children: Mary-Jo Shaw (Michael), Pierce Turner (Mona), and Grant Turner (Margaret "Peggy"); her 5 grandchildren; 10 great grandchildren; and 4 great great grandchildren; as well as her sister, Sharon. She was predeceased by her sisters: Barbara, Anna, Ethel, and Margaret; as well as her grandson, Brandon.

The Funeral Service for Joan will be held on Saturday, May 10, 2025 at 10AM at Kuhn Funeral Home & Crematory, Inc, 40 S. Fourth St. Hamburg, PA 19526, with burial to follow in Berks County Memorial Gardens. Friends and family may gather from 9AM until the beginning of the service.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Joan's honor to First United Church of Christ at 73 S 3rd St, Hamburg, PA 19526. Kuhn Funeral Home & Crematory, Inc. is honored to serve Joan's family. Condolences may be expressed at kuhnfuneralhomes.com.