OBITUARY

Joann M. Arvay

JANUARY 14, 1947 – OCTOBER 30, 2017

Joann M. (Severs) Arvay passed peacefully in her sleep early Monday, October 30 at Bethesda Dilworth in Oakville, Missouri. She was 70 years old. Joann is survived by her son, Stephen Amrein, of Soulard, Missouri; her stepson Stevphan Arvay, of Hillsboro, Missouri, her stepdaughter Jennifer Arvay of Phnom Penh, Cambodia; her brother, Paul Severs, of Scottsdale, Arizona; her sister-in-law Mimi Severs, of Phoenix, Arizona; her daughter-in-law, Amy Angely, of Hagerstown, Maryland, and her grandsons, Stephen “Finn” Arvay and Beckett Arvay, of Hagerstown, Maryland. She is preceded in death by her husband, Steven Arvay, and her brother, Richard Severs. She will be remembered for her sparkle and wit by her beloved nephews, cousins, extended family, friends and coworkers. Joann was born on January 14, 1947 in Little Rock, Arkansas to Al and Bernice Severs. She was the middle of three children. She graduated from Mount Saint Marys in 1965. She married Steven Arvay, a mechanical engineer in 1987. The couple and their children resided in South City. Joann remained in the family home, whose walls echo with the laughter of inumberable gatherings of family and friends. Joann worked at American Cleaners for 25 years, retiring in 2015. She was a source of strength and compassion for all who knew her, and will be remembered as a woman who lived for her family and friends. Joann remained a devout Catholic and never missed an opportunity to help those in need. She was an out-going and fun-loving woman who enjoyed socializing. She was passionate about her role as a doting and adoring grandmother. She was an avid gardener and loved working crossword puzzles. She was known for her spirited antics and practical jokes, and loved a good laugh. Her laughter was instantly recognizable and will be missed by so many who loved her. Visitation will be held on Saturday, November 4, from 9am till noon at Hoffmeister Colonial Funeral Home, 6464 Chippewa Street, St. Louis, Missouri. All are welcome to attend and celebrate Joann's life.

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