Joan Anne (Peitz) Hartle

Joan Anne Hartle (nee Peitz), lovingly known as Mimi, passed away peacefully on Sunday January 11, 2026 , surrounded by her family after a period of illness.

            Born March 6, 1953 in Pittsburgh, PA.,  Joan was the daughter of the late Bernard and Joan Meyer Peitz.

She was a graduate of Mt. Alvernia High School.

Joan dedicated her life to educating children and spent many years supporting students as a volunteer, librarian and computer teacher at St. Stephen School, where she left a lasting impact on generations of young people.

A lifelong advocate for curiosity and creativity, Joan believed deeply in the importance of extracurricular activities and was a devoted supporter of the arts.

Joan found joy in reading, gardening, supporting local businesses, attending county fairs, farms shows, rodeos, and spending time with her family. She was involved with St Stephen’s Boy Scout Troop 11 for many years.

She is survived by her beloved husband Gary L. Hartle, whom she married on July 31, 1976.

And her four children and their spouses

Gary L.  Hartle Jr. and his wife MaryAnn Hartle of Oil City,

Jonathan Hartle of Oil City,

Olivia Hartle and her husband David Nackman of Pittsburgh

Andrew Hartle and his wife Melanie of Columbus, OH.

She is also survived by her grandchildren

Shelby Bickel and her husband Alex

Meadow Hartle and her husband Zack Stroup

Gary Hartle III,

Wylla Hartle,

Cohen Hartle,

Autumn Hartle and Ivy Hartle

Great grandchildren

Raiden Bickel, Cypress Hartle, Orion Bickel and Iris Stroup and Orion Stroup

One brother

Gregory Peitz,

One sister

Jeanne Peitz

Along with many nieces and nephews and her beloved dog Macy.

She was preceded in death by  her parents, and her brother Bernard Peitz, Jr.

Visitation will be from 5P.M.-7P.M. Friday in the Reinsel Funeral Home.

A Memorial service will be held at 7P.M. Friday with Pastor Josh Botts, Presiding.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Oil Region Library Association or  St. Jude’s Childrens Hospital, both that were dear to Joans heart.

The Family would like to extend a heartfelt thanks to the staff at UPMC Northwest for their care and compassion.

Condolences may be sent at www.reinselfuneralhome.com

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