John E. Groff
John E. Groff, 87, of Boyertown. Husband of 66 years to Joanne C. (Mathias) Groff. Passed away on Wednesday, August 16, 2023, in his residence.
Born in Pike Twp. He was the last surviving son of Anna (Levan) and Leon Groff.
He was employed by AW Mercer as a shop worker for many years. He last worked for WM. R. Gift as a truck driver for over 32 years retiring in 1999.
John was a member of Christ Evangelical Lutheran Church of Oley. He also served on the cemetery board and was a member of the church’s dart league.
He was a life member of the Boyertown Rod and Gun Club and he helped at every shoot until last week. John was a social member of the Earl Township, Oley, and Bechtelsville Fire Companies. He was active in the Earl Township Historical Society and he loved hunting, fishing, and taking things apart.
John is survived by his children, Judy L. wife of Jacob W. Dautrich of Fleetwood, PA. Jane A. wife of Robert Hetrick III of Panama, NY. And John J. “Chip” Groff husband of Angela L. of Jeromesville, OH. Grandchildren, Renee Mast, Megan Lutz, Jenna Crills, Heather Hetrick, Shelby Connell, and Julie Dautrich. Great Grandchildren, Tristin, Nathan, Logan, Wyatt, Connor, Oaklynn, and John Thomas coming soon. He is also survived by his sister, Dorothy wife of Walter Delong of Oley. John is predeceased by his infant son James L. Groff who passed away in 1969 and his great-granddaughter Charlotte.
Joanne C. Groff
Joanne C. Groff, 86, of Boyertown. Widow of John E. Groff. Passed away surrounded by her family on Saturday, August 19, 2023, in the Lutheran Home at Topton.
Born in Pottstown, she was the daughter of the late Mildred (Renninger) and Leonard Mathias.
She worked for Tung-Sol, Weidner’s Deli, the cafeteria at Earl Elementary School, H&R Block Tax Services, and served as the Earl Township Tax Collector.
Joanne was an active member of Christ Evangelical Lutheran Church where she served as a former church Treasurer, helped make Chow Chow, and was involved in many events.
Joanne is survived by her children, Judy L. wife of Jacob W. Dautrich of Fleetwood, PA. Jane A. wife of Robert Hetrick III of Panama, NY. And John J. “Chip” Groff husband of Angela L. of Jeromesville, OH, 6 Grandchildren, 6 Great Grandchildren, and 1 on the way. Siblings, Leonard husband of Susan Mathias of Douglassville, and Patti wife of William Knapp of Boyertown. Joanne is predeceased by her infant son James L. Groff who passed away in 1969 and great-granddaughter Charlotte.
Service Information
Funeral Services will be held at the Linwood W. Ott Funeral Home, Inc. 111 North Reading Ave. Boyertown, PA 19512 on Thursday, August 24, 2023, at 1:00 PM.
Visitation will be held Thursday, August 24, 2023, from 11:00 to 1:00 PM at the funeral home.
Burial will be held Thursday at Oley Cemetery Spangsville.
In lieu of flowers please donate to; Penn State Health Stroke Support Group, 500 University Drive, PO Box 850, Hershey, PA 17033
Online condolences can be made at www.lwottfuneralhome.com.
