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Violetta Mildred Stauffer 1939 - 2023

Violetta Mildred (Elder) Stauffer was born on September 12, 1939 in Philadelphia, Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania United States to Violetta Grace Elder and Howard Edward Elder Sr., and had siblings Howard Edward Elder Jr. and John Charles Elder. She married Stanley Herbert Stauffer Sr. on May 16, 1959 at Church of the Open Door 1260 Fort Washington Avenue, in Fort Washington, Montgomery County, and they were married until Stanley's death on August 12, 2019 in Hatboro. She had children Stanley Herbert Stauffer Jr., Steven Henry Stauffer, Sharon Violetta Stachelek, and Stuart Hugh Stauffer. Violetta Stauffer died at age 83 years old on January 23, 2023 in Hatboro, Montgomery County, and was buried on February 9, 2023 at Washington Crossing National Cemetery 830 Highland Rd, in Newtown, Bucks County.
Violetta Mildred (Elder) Stauffer
September 12, 1939
Philadelphia, Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania, United States
January 23, 2023
Hatboro, Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, 19040, United States
Female
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  • 09/12
    1939

    Birthday

    September 12, 1939
    Birthdate
    Philadelphia, Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania United States
    Birthplace
  • 01/23
    2023

    Death

    January 23, 2023
    Death date
    Natural causes
    Cause of death
    Hatboro, Montgomery County, Pennsylvania 19040, United States
    Death location
  • 02/9
    2023

    Gravesite & Burial

    February 9, 2023
    Funeral date
    Washington Crossing National Cemetery 830 Highland Rd, in Newtown, Bucks County, Pennsylvania 18940, United States
    Burial location
  • Obituary

    Violetta M. Stauffer, a resident of Hatboro for over 60 years,was welcomed into Glory on Monday,January 23,2023. She was 83 years old. Violetta was born on September 12,1939,in Philadelphia,PA,daughter of the late Howard E. Elder and the late Violetta G. Elder (nee-Lewis.) She was the beloved wife of the late Stanley H. Stauffer Sr; mother of Stanley H. Stauffer (Robin),Steven H. Stauffer (Rebecca),Sharon V. Stachelek (Peter) and Stuart H. Stauffer (Beth); sister of the late Howard E. Elder and John C. Elder (Joy); grandmother of eleven-Jessica Savoca (Andrew),Stanley H. Stauffer III (Rusty),Alex Stauffer,Nick Stauffer,Winston Stauffer,Erika Stauffer,Tamara Stachelek,Allyson Stachelek,Nathaniel Stachelek,Tyler and Matthew Hood;great-grandmother of four-Ethan Savoca,Abigail Savoca,Owen Savoca and Avery Savoca; and the aunt to many nieces and nephews. Letty was a 1957 graduate of Upper Moreland High School,and had fun supporting her children at UMHS by attending band concerts and competitions,or sporting events. As grandchildren came along,she enjoyed cheering them on in their various interests,whether it be music,sports,or ballet. She was employed at Drexelbrook Engineering for many years,and also sold Avon when her children were young. Letty was a charter member of Suburban Grace Brethren Church of Hatboro,where she served as a Sunday school teacher,and deaconess. She was also a member of the choir,under the direction of her husband,the late Stanley H. Stauffer Sr.,as well as being involved in the leadership of women's ministries;including WMC. She was very involved with Vacation Bible School,as well as the hospitality committee. In the early 1990's,the family transitioned to Church of the Open Door in Ft. Washington,where she served in the AWANA program. Letty was also a choir member,as well as participating in various hospitality roles. Regardless of her she found herself,(her home,church,or the homes of family or friends),if there was a kitchen,you were sure to find Letty. She also enjoyed getting together with extended family at reunions,as she loved being with them as often as she could. Letty enjoyed family vacations. She very much looked forward to yearly summer trips to Norfolk,VA to visit her brother's family. Relatives and friends are invited to her viewing on Thursday,February 9,2023,at 10:00 A.M. with funeral service to follow at 11:00 A.M. at Wetzel and Son Funeral Home,501 Easton Rd.,Willow Grove,PA 19090. Her graveside service will follow at Washington Crossing National Cemetery,830 Highland Rd.,Newtown,PA 18940.
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Violetta Elder's Family Tree & Friends

Marriage

Stanley Herbert Stauffer Sr.

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Violetta Mildred Stauffer

May 16, 1959
Marriage date
Church of the Open Door 1260 Fort Washington Avenue Fort Washington, Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, 19034 United States
Marriage location
Stanley's Death
Cause of Separation
August 12, 2019
Stanley's death date
Hatboro, Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, 19040 United States
Separation location
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