Joan M. Glatfelter

Joan M. Glatfelter (nee Bleacher), 90, of Lancaster, passed away on March 11, 2026, at Kadima Rehabilitation & Nursing, Lititz. She was predeceased by her husband of 50 years, Nevin L. Glatfelter.

Born on February 6, 1936, in Lancaster, PA, she was the daughter of the late Benjamin F. and Dorothy May Neuhauser Bleacher.

Joan was employed by Miller & Hartman, Watt & Shand and the YWCA Child Enrichment Center. She enjoyed traveling and entertaining family and friends. She treasured time spent with her brother, sisters and best friend, enjoying lunches, teas, shopping, and casino trips, where there was always laughter. She was an extraordinary mother and grandmother, sharing a special bond with her grandson, never missing a soccer or baseball game or a chance to cheer on the Flyers. Her enthusiasm for bringing joy to children extended to her nieces, nephews, and neighborhood youth, through various activities. She was actively engaged as a parent volunteer at the School District of Lancaster during her children's school years. She was proud of being a lifelong resident of Lancaster City and spent much time “downtown” where she dined, shopped and always returned home with her favorite things from Central Market.

She began her faith journey as a member of Faith United Church of Christ, Lancaster then later as a member of Christ United Methodist Church, Lancaster.

Joan is survived by her daughter, Wendy Sue Glatfelter Jarrett, (Daniel), of Lancaster; two sons, Scott Mitchell Glatfelter (Angela), of Richmond, VA, and Bryan Keith Glatfelter of Lancaster; (Christine Cipoletti) a grandson, Tyler Michael Duschl; and siblings Doris Murray, Judy Sauders (Gordon), Benjamin Bleacher and Karen Tshudy (Paul). She was predeceased by her sister, Marcia Mummaw and sister-in-law Linda Bleacher.

Over the past 6 months, she was lovingly cared for by the amazing professionals at Kadima Rehabilitation and Nursing, Lititz.

A Memorial Service will be held on Friday, April 17, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at Faith United Church of Christ, 1204 Wabank Rd. Lancaster, PA 17603. Friends may greet the family at the church from 10:00 a.m. until the time of the service. Private interment in Riverview Burial Park.

In lieu of flowers consider a donation to Central Market Beat the Heat Campaign or Mail check to: Central Market Trust 8 N. Queen St., Suite 700e, Lancaster, PA 17603 note in memory of Joan Glatfelter & directed to the Beat the Heat Campaign or to the children’s charity St. Jude Children's Research Hospital .