Joan LaVonne Schmelzer Obituary
The world bids farewell to Joan LaVonne Schmelzer in Clatskanie, Oregon, departing on November 24, 2024 at the age of 89. Joan LaVonne leaves behind memories cherished by the community. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Joan LaVonne Schmelzer or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.
Though Joan LaVonne has departed this earthly realm, her legacy endures — a legacy of love that will continue to illuminate the lives of family and friends in the darkest of hours. May her spirit soar on wings of eternal peace, forever cherished in the tender embrace of memory.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Charles Melis and Dorothy Melis of Nehalem Valley. She is survived by: her daughters, Shawn Schmelzer (Michael Kaufman) of Milwaukie, Peggy Young (John) of Naselle and Darcy Sutfin (Allen) of Westport; her grandchildren, Craig Fruehling (Dawn) of Naselle and Jessica McCoy (Dylan) of Warrenton; and her great grandchildren, Scot, Ila, Everett and Stevin.
A celebration of life was held on Saturday, December 21st 2024 from 11:30 AM to 2:30 PM at the Red Building (20 Basin St, Astoria, OR 97103).
