Joann Achuff the daughter of the late Thelma and Joseph Williams was born on March 14,1948 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Joann was educated in the Philadelphia Public School System. She went on to earn a Degree

in Business Administration from Pierce College, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Joann worked many years at UCPA as an administrative assistant and as a medical receptionist at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

During her life , Joann touched many people with her bright smile and her witty personality! Her many friends and family members bid her farewell while rejoicing in the many memories she has generously left behind. Joann leaves to cherish her memory her husband Gary Keith Achuff of 33 years. Gary loved, cherished and served as her rock until the end of her earthly journey. Joann also leaves to cherish her two children Rodney Gowans and Angela Dennis, two step children Jason and Julian, four grandchildren Aaron, Rasheedah, Rodney and Sury. Three great grandchildren-SaMya, Destiny and Ryah. A brother Gregory. Two sisters Patsy, Bobbie and three brother in-laws Douglass, Richard and Bill. And a very dear cousin Hattie Mae and a host of family and friends.

Donations in lieu of flowers to any charity of your choice.