Joan Yvonne Schwenn
May 17, 1934 - August 18, 2024
Obituary
MADISON - Joan Yvonne Schwenn, age 90, of Madison, passed away peacefully on Sunday, Aug. 18, 2024, at Heritage Monona. She was born on May 17, 1934, in Madison, Wis., the daughter of Harry and Norma (Kent) LaMay.
Joan grew up and attended school in Madison. She was married to Wendel Lee for 22 years. After Wendel’s death, Joan was married to Ray Schwenn for 37 years. Prior to retirement, Joan worked as a cashier at Kohl's Grocery Store. She was known for her great sense of humor, and in her free time she enjoyed playing cards and going to the casino. Joan was a person who truly treasured her family and who always appreciated the love and support they showed her throughout her life.
Joan is survived by her daughter, Susan L. Miller; grandson, Jamie Lee; great-grandchildren, Veda Lee and Jasper Lee; sister, Betty (Bill) Sime; brother, Harry LaMay; nephews, Brian Sime, Jeffrey (Cindy) LaMay and Bill (Maria) LaMay; nieces, Lisa (John) Schroeder, Cindy (Gerhardt) Banfi and Tammy (John) White; and other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents; husbands, Wendel Lee and Ray Schwenn; sister, Nancy LaMay; and sister-in-law, Barbara LaMay.
A memorial service will be held at MIDVALE COMMUNITY LUTHERAN CHURCH, 4329 Tokay Blvd., Madison, at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 28, 2024, with the Rev. Blake Rohrer presiding.
Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.
Gunderson West
Funeral & Cremation Care
7435 University Ave., Middleton
(608) 831-6761