She was born on January 12, 1941 in Unionville, VA and was the daughter of the late John and Ruby Lee Hopkins.
She attended Madison College (now JMU) where she met her husband. Joan worked as a realtor for 15 years; and was active in various women’s clubs; she was Past Matron of the Shenandoah Valley Chapter #76 Order of Eastern Star in 1976. Joan was an avid Bridge player and enjoyed quilting, knitting and reading on her Kindle.
She was preceded in death by her husband of 54 years, Bruce Allen Leffel, on September 7, 2014; and her son, Todd Allen Leffel on May 12, 2022.
Her daughter, Tammy L. Leffel of Harrisonburg; her dog, Mazy; and her cat, Silver Bell, survive her.
The family will receive friends 5-7 pm, Saturday, July 16, 2022 at Lindsey Funeral Home in Harrisonburg. Burial will be private.
Joan will be sadly missed by her family, friends and especially her daughter Tammy.
Condolences and memories may be shared with the family by visiting www.lindseyharrisonburg.com.
