Lavonne J. Balkema Ganzel Obituary
The world bids farewell to Lavonne J. Balkema Ganzel (Cedar Lake, Indiana), departing on April 26, 2025 at the age of 56. Lavonne leaves behind memories cherished by the community. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Lavonne J. Balkema Ganzel to show support.
As Lavonne departs from this earthly realm, her essence lingers — a whisper on the wind, a ripple on the water — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of life and death. Though Lavonne may no longer walk beside us, her spirit lives on in the memories and the legacy Lavonne leaves behind.
She was predeceased by: her father Andrew Balkema; her father-in-law Ernest Ganzel; and her in-laws, Michael Ganzel (Dorie) and Dean Ganzel. She is survived by: her husband Patrick Ganzel; her mother Marguerite J Balkema; and her mother-in-law Joan Ganzel. She is also survived by many nieces, nephews, grand-nieces and grand-nephews.
Memorial contributions may be made in Lavonne's name to the Bethel Church – Awana Club – camp scholarships (13620 Wicker Ave., Cedar Lake, IN 46303) or the Humane Society Calumet Area (421 45th Ave., Munster, IN 46321).
