Joyce Ann Mathern, 84, of McConnellsburg, PA passed away on October 29, 2025, at her home with her husband by her side.
Joyce was born on May 27, 1941, in Burnt Cabins, PA, the daughter of the late Porter and Goldie Mentzer Waters.
Joyce married her husband, Robert L. Mathern on October 19, 1968, in Burnt Cabins, PA.
She worked at the Sagner Company and Waring Company until she retired. Joyce, affectionately known as Nan, enjoyed watching her grandchildren and spending time with her family. Joyce was a member of the Knobsville United Methodist Church.
Joyce is survived by her husband of 57 years, Robert L. Mathern of McConnellsburg, PA, two daughters, Donna (wife of Gary) Clark of Three Springs, PA, Colleen (wife of Chance) Kylor of McConnellsburg, PA, five grandchildren (Braeden Kylor, Bryce Kylor, Brianna Kylor, Cassie Clark and Caleigh Clark), one great grandson, Kolt Kylor, and several nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents, Joyce is preceded in death by one son, Derwood Orr, 4 infant children, one grandson, Joshua Wilt Jr., and five siblings, Sheldon Waters, Ronald Waters, Donald Waters, Gary “Buck” Waters and Judy Waters.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held on Wednesday, November 5, 2025, at 7 p.m. at the Knobsville United Methodist Church, 11146 Waterfall Rd. McConnellsburg, PA 17233 with the Pastor Fred Marz officiating.
There will be a time of visitation from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. at the church prior to the service.
Interment will be private and at the convenience of the family.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Knobsville United Methodist Church, 11146 Waterfall Rd. McConnellsburg, PA 17233.
The family has entrusted Joyce’s care to Kelso-Cornelius Funeral Home in McConnellsburg, PA.
Online condolences can be made at the funeral home’s website.
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