Jan Louise Auwaerter von Peterffy's Obituary
Jan von Peterffy, 64, of Huntersville, died May 31, 2025. She was born April 4, 1961, to John Auwaerter and Ann Reed Patrick Chandler in Toledo, OH.
Jan served her community as a real estate attorney for more than 30 years. She was a beloved Mom, Sister, and Friend, but the title she held dearest to her heart was Nana. Spending time with each of her grandkids brought her great joy and kept her young at heart. Her greatest adventure was the family she loved, and she will forever be in our hearts.
Survived by Children, Katie Kerns (Christopher Kerns), Allison von Peterffy, and Nicholas von Peterffy (Hannah Phykitt); Grandchildren, Olivia von Peterffy, Amelia and George Kerns; Sibling, James Kurt Auwaerter (Ian Mairs); Niece, Emily Malo (Phil Malo).
She was preceded in death by Spouse, George von Peterffy; Father, John Auwaerter; Mother, Ann Chandler; Siblings, John Patrick Auwaerter and Leeann Auwaerter.
A celebration of her life will be held in the Fellowship Hall of Huntersville United Methodist Church (HUMC) on Sunday, June 8, from 2PM-4PM.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests contributions be made to the Lake Norman Humane Society.
James Funeral Home, of Huntersville, is serving the family and obituary lovingly written by the family.
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