Joann Niederhofer, 90, of Richview passed away Monday, November 18, 2024, surrounded by her family at Salem Township Hospital.
She was born on June 23, 1934, the daughter of Joseph and Leota (Wooden) Arment in LaPlata, Missouri. She married the love of her life, Loren “Roy” Niederhofer on April 15, 1951, in Blytheville, Arkansas, and he preceded her in death on May 8, 1993.
Survivors that will keep treasured memories of Joann close to their heart include her beloved family, daughter, Peggy (Terrell) Edmunds of Hickory, North Carolina; son, Larry (Debbie) Niederhofer of Richview, Illinois; daughter-in-law, Sheila Niederhofer of Centralia; grandchildren, Danny (Brooke) Niederhofer, Josh (Misty) Niederhofer, Cody (Kayla) Niederhofer, Bridget (Jerry) McConnell, Jonathan (Michelle) Setzekorn, Robbie (Joy) Partain, Charlie (Rachel) Partain, Brandalyn (Charles) Connor, Christina (Devin) Polanski, Andy (Kristin) Inlow; granddaughter-in-law, Karla Setzekorn; great-grandchildren, Maddalynn (Colter) Prince, Savannah Bricker, Ben Niederhofer, Rayne Niederhofer, Lorren Niederhofer, J.T. Partain, Jackson Partain, Emberleigh Partain, Saige Niederhofer, Sadie Niederhofer, Sam Setzkorn, Ryan McConnell, Jay McConnell, Quinn Connor, Mila Connor, Jovie Connor, Elijah Polanski, CeCe Polanski, Andrew Inlow, Caden Inlow, Jalen Inlow; great-great-grandchildren, Matthew Setzekorn-Langley, Gunnar Prince; brother, Wayne (Betty) Arment; and many nieces, nephews, extended family members and friends.
Along with her husband of 42 years, Roy Niederhofer, Joann was preceded in death by her parents; sisters, Eula “Tootsie” (Horace) Perkins, Wilma (Gale) Ryburn, Frankie (Kenny) Edland; brothers, H.L. “Hap” (Martha) Arment, Homer (Lorene) Arment; children, Leroy Niederhofer, and Linda Partain; and grandchildren, Matthew Setzekorn, and Ryan Niederhofer.
Joann was a member of the Richview United Methodist Church where she served with the United Methodist Women and was grateful for the love of her church family. She worked for Head Start, sharing her calling to care for children, setting the foundation for their future success. As owner of the Sip and Dip Ice Cream Shop, she worked hard, was organized and everyone always went away with a sweet treat and a smile. Joann and her love for her family were reflected as the heart of her home. She instinctively met the needs of those around her and made sure that everyone would feel welcome and comfortable in her home. Joann never missed an opportunity to welcome loved ones and friends to her table, hosting Sunday dinners complete with her delicious homemade roast. She was an excellent seamstress, sewing Halloween costumes, making Santa suits, and dresses, and doing alterations. She also enjoyed quilting, creating beautiful quilts. Joann never let grass grow under her feet, keeping busy helping on her and her husband’s farm, growing bountiful gardens, and canning all the fresh flavors of the vegetables she grew. She valued community and personal connections. She loved to be chauffeur for her family and the neighborhood kids, taking them roller skating and having sled parties as soon as she saw that first snowflake. Joann was a proud Grandma who was extremely active in her grandchildren’s lives. Joann had a servant’s heart, was generous, kind, compassionate, and a loving Mom, Grandma, Sister, and Friend.
A celebration of life service will be held at 12:00 p.m. Thursday, November 21, 2024, at the Richview United Methodist Church with Pastor Therese Melena officiating and eulogy by Rev. Mark Myers. Interment will follow at the Richview Cemetery. Friends and relatives are welcome to a visitation time from 10:00 a.m. until the time of the service on Thursday at the church in Richview. Memorials may be made in Joann’s honor to Richview Cemetery and will be accepted for the family at the Irvin Macz Funeral Home in Centralia. Online condolences and memories of Joann may be shared with the family by visiting maczfuneralhomes.com and/or on the funeral home’s Facebook page.
