Joseph Wellner

Joseph B. Wellner, 82, of Franklin, passed away Saturday evening January 10, 2026 at his home.

Joe was born on March 22, 1943 in New Castle, PA, a son of the late George Wellner and Clarice Murdock Wellner. He was married to Barbara Ann Wellner who preceded him in death.

Joe had worked for General Motors Corp. in Lordstown, OH on the assembly line until his retirement in 1995.

Joe was an outdoorsman who enjoyed hunting and fishing. He enjoyed most his hunting trips with friends to Huntingdon, PA.

Joe is survived by his children, Joseph B. Wellner, Jr. of Ft. Pierce, FL and Michelle Mrozek of New Castle; four grandchildren; five great grandchildren; two sisters, Maryann Kronitz of Wanamassa, NJ and Sylvia Wolfe of Streetsboro, OH; and several nieces and nephews.

No public visitation will be observed.

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