Jo-Anne Marie (Clarke) Melland
May 13, 1959 - January 1, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the sudden passing of Jo-Anne Marie Melland, a beloved daughter, sister, and friend, who departed from this world on January 1, 2024, in Point Roberts, Washington. Jo-Anne was known for her vibrant spirit, infectious laughter, and her loyalty to those that she cared about the most.
Born on May 13, 1959, in Edmonton, Alberta, Jo-Anne was a free spirit who lived life on her own terms. She was known for her mischievous sense of humor, which endeared her to all who knew her. Jo-Anne has spent a lifetime full of adventure and has made home in many cities across both the United States and Canada. She spent her last several years in the community of Point Roberts, where she has woven many close friends and relationships.
In honoring Jo-Anne, let us celebrate the joy she brought into our lives and the love she shared with all who knew her. May her spirit continue to live on in our hearts, inspiring us to embrace life with the same enthusiasm and passion that she did.
