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Clara Marie (Buchhalter) Hauck

8/23/1934 - 7/8/2026

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Obituary For Clara Marie (Buchhalter) Hauck

Clara Marie (Buchhalter) Hauck of Danville, PA; went to be home with her lord & savior, peacefully surrounded by her daughters on July 8, 2026, at the age of 91. Clara was born in Danville on August 23, 1934, to the late John & Dolores (Best) Buchhalter.

She graduated High School in 1952.

Clara married the love of her life, Harold Hauck, on November 8, 1952. They celebrated 67 wonderful years together until his death on March 22, 2020.

She worked many different jobs throughout her life; including working as a nurse’s aide, and in the Medical Records department at Geisinger. She also managed the Oven Door Bakery in Danville.

In her younger years, she enjoyed bowling and roller skating, WPGM programs, and reading her bible. Clara had a love of music, reading, good conversation, cooking and baking. She showed her love through sharing these talents with her homemade potpie, apple dumplings, puddings, and pies along with her infamous Sunday dinners. Clara’s main role throughout her life was that of a devoted wife, mother & grandmother, she loved her family endlessly.

She is survived by four daughters; Karen Jenkins of Bloomsburg, Barbara Rollman of Arizona, Mary Lubeski and her husband Rich of Danville, and Christina Hauck of Danville as well as six grandchildren: Barbie Castorena, of Arizona, Paul Austin Houseknecht of Arizona, Kelly Smaniotto of Ohio, Leah Ensley of Virginia, Sarah Klein of Ohio and Nathan Lubeski of Danville. Clara is also survived by 21 great-grandchildren and 3 great-great-grandchildren as well as one sister, Beryl Neitz of Arizona. As well as several nieces & nephews and friends who enjoyed her company.

In addition to her husband and parents, Clara was preceded in death by two brothers, John Buchhalter, and Keith Buchhalter; two sisters, Emma Woll, & Mary Louise (Miz) Kemp. As well as her beloved son-in-law, Robert Jenkins.

While our hearts are broken and we will miss her immensely, we know she is with our lord and savior & reunited with Harold. Words cannot express our loss; we will hold you in our hearts until we meet again to share eternity with you.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Celebration of Harold and Clara’s Life on Monday, July 20, 2026, at 12:00 PM at Visneski Funeral Home, Inc., 42 W. Mahoning St., Danville, PA. Friends will be received from 11:00-11:45am. Burial will follow at St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery, Danville. Military rites will be accorded by the United States Army National Honor Guard and the Danville American Legion Post 40 Honor Guard.

The family will provide flowers. Memorial contributions may be made to VNA Health System & Hospice; 21 W. Independence Street. Shamokin, PA 17872 or WPGM Radio Station; 28 East Market Street. Danville, PA 17821

Arrangements are under the direction of Visneski Funeral Home, Inc 42 West Mahoning Street Danville PA 17821. www.visneski.com.

Services

20 Jul

Visitation

11:00 AM - 11:45 AM

Visneski Funeral Home, Inc. 42 W Mahoning St. Danville, PA 17821 Get Directions »
20 Jul

Celebration of Life

12:00 PM

Visneski Funeral Home, Inc. 42 W Mahoning St. Danville, PA 17821 Get Directions »
20 Jul

Final Resting Place

01:00 PM

St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery Bloom Road Danville, PA 17821 Get Directions »
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  • 07/20/2026

    Barb

    Dad, mom is with you now, you can make your funny faces 😄 and be silly. You always showed your love through making those silly faces for us. Love you dad . Barb

  • 07/20/2026

    Barb

    Mom always showed her love through food. Heaven is now having a smorgasbord . Love you mom . Barb

  • 07/14/2026

    Christina Hauck

    Mom what can I say: I loved you so very much! You were always there for me, through thick & thin. I could always talk to you about anything. I know you Sacrificed alot in your life for your children, & others. Always taking care of someone. Opening your house to your mother in law, ( mom mom), Keith, your brother & your cousin Kenny, who was like a brother. And even helped take care of our neighbor Leo. & Ruth. You were a giving person & you served the lord. I rember all the discussions we would have, on faith & religion. Especially with Bobby... I rember how good of a cook & baker you were. My favorite roast beef & carrots. Your wonderful apple dumplings, and your grandfathers gingerbread cookies. You always made holidays special. Made wonderful memories for us all. I rember coming home from school & hearing your albums play. House filled with music.. Since we are honoring my dad as well... Thank you for being my father. You were the best! Again, always an ear to listen, and make me laugh! Your funny silly faces. Thank you for all the back rubs, you gave! But, there was a price. I had to rub your feet. Lol! I didn't mind. Thank you for being there in hard times. And stepping up to the plate with being a father figure to my daughter. Sarah...you were the best example. You shared a social bond. I'll love you forever! Mom & Dad, you were the most constant relationship I had in my life. Thank you. I'm not sure how to live with out you both, but I will try, and have faith in the lord & know I will see you again someday. It was an honor taking care of you both. We all honored your wishes. Even through the difficulty & sadness it was a privilege. We were here for you, because we loved us so much. I'm rejoicing you are together until we meet again. With love your daughter, Christina .

  • 07/14/2026

    Paul Austin

    Asking if we needed a sandwich no matter what time it was, no matter how late. 1AM.... "Do you need a sandwich?" Thank you Grammy for putting others above yourself. To repeat what my grandfather would say... The kitchen is closed. Rest in peace at home and in Grandpa's arms forever.

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