UPDATE: Joan M. Hakun, a cherished resident of Allentown, has passed away at the age of 84 on November 9, 2025, at Luther Crest Healthcare Center in South Whitehall Township. This sudden loss is felt deeply by her family and friends as they mourn her passing.
Joan was the beloved wife of George Hakun III, with whom she shared a devoted marriage of 63 years. Known for her nurturing spirit, Joan was a dedicated homemaker and previously worked as a Registered Nurse. A graduate of Reading High School, the Reading Hospital School of Nursing, and Kutztown University, she was a lifelong learner and an advocate for education.
Born in Reading, Pennsylvania, Joan was the daughter of the late Joseph L. and Helen (Grota) Miseravage. She was an active member of her community, serving as a Lector at St. Thomas More Catholic Church and participating in the Allentown Garden Club. Her passions included traveling, reading, and listening to classical music, reflecting her rich and vibrant life.
Joan is survived by her son, Mark G. Hakun (Maurann) of Gambrills, MD, along with her grandchildren, Monica Burnett (Jeff) of Layton, UT, and Marcella Hakun of Gambrills, MD. She also leaves behind a great-granddaughter, Emma Burnett. Joan was preceded in death by her son, Andrew G. Hakun, and is mourned by her daughter-in-law, Cathy Hakun, and grandsons Steven and Patrick Hakun of Woodbine, MD.
A Mass of Christian Burial will take place on November 15, 2025, at 11 A.M. at St. Thomas More Catholic Church, located at 1040 Flexer Ave, Allentown, PA 18103. Prior to the service, a calling hour will be held from 10 A.M. to 11 A.M. in the church.
Arrangements are being managed by the J.S. Burkholder Funeral Home in Allentown. Those wishing to express their condolences can visit www.jsburkholder.com. Contributions in Joan’s memory may be made to the church, reflecting her lifelong commitment to her faith and community.
This heartfelt announcement serves as a reminder of the impact Joan had on those around her and the legacy of love she leaves behind.
