Joan Atkinson Obituary

Joan L. Atkinson, age 74, of Pennsauken, NJ passed peacefully on June 10, 2025. Joan was born to the late Kathryn and John Atkinson in Phoenixville, PA where she grew up. She graduated from Millersville University with her bachelor's degree in education and joined the Neshaminy School District in Langhorn, PA. Joan would also go on to earn her master's degree in education. Joan spent her career as a Middle School teacher for the Neshaminy School District where she was very involved with her students and the various programs at the school. Following her retirement from public education, she became very active with her church, Christ Episcopal Church, Riverton, NJ, where she currently served as Senior Warden and contributed greatly to organizing the monthly seniors' lunches and other programs. She had a tremendous love for animals, especially for cats and kittens, which she had several throughout her life. Joan's great passion was animal rescue and for years she volunteered with several area rescue organizations to provide a loving foster home for many cats and dogs, working to find them permanent homes. She was always a devoted fan of the Eagles and Phillies, loved her annual family vacations to Long Beach Island and cherished her long relationships with many close friends. Joan is survived by her beloved sisters, Connie Wartenburg and husband Kurt of State College, PA, and Judy Myers (Jeff Brown) of Elmira, NY, as well as by her loving nieces and nephews, Jessica, Dan, Sarah, Eric and Megan. She is also survived by several great nieces and great nephews, extended family members and her many loving friends. Family and friends are invited to attend her Burial Office and Requiem Mass at 10:00 AM on Monday, June 23rd, 2025 at Christ Episcopal Church, 305 Main Street, Riverton, NJ 08077 where friends may gather from 9:30 AM to 10:00 AM before mass. Burial will follow in the Church Memorial Garden. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Joan's memory to an animal rescue organization of your choosing would be appreciated. Remembrances may be shared with her family at www.weberfuneralhomeinc.com Arrangements by the Weber Funeral Home, Riverton, NJ (856-829-2700)