Joanne L. Amsden, talented quilter

Joanne L. Amsden, 88, of Milton, formerly of Vernon, Conn., went home to be with the Lord Tuesday, July 30, 2019, while surrounded by her loving family at the Delaware Hospice Center in Milford.

Joanne was born in Presque Isle, Maine July 28, 1931, daughter of the late William and Effie Pelletier.  She had worked as a dental assistant prior to her retirement.

Joanne was a talented quilter and received numerous awards for her handiwork.  She also enjoyed making porcelain dolls, working on ceramics and creating beautiful stained-glass pieces.  Joanne was also well-known for her writing skills as an accomplished poet and author of the book, “Written on the Scrolls of the Clouds.”  She will be remembered for her love of family and of God, and her creativity.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her loving husband, Harold L. Amsden; her eight siblings, and a son-in-law, Michele Magaletta.  Joanne is survived by her four children, Gayla D. Matos and her husband David of Milton, Terry W. Amsden and his wife Cynthia of Brunswick, Maine, Denise L. Magaletta of Milton, and Laurie J. Amsden-Mulé and her husband Michael of Enfield, Conn.; seven grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren and one on the way.

A funeral service will be held at noon, Friday, Aug. 2, at the Long Neck Chapel of Melson Funeral Services, 32013 Long Neck Road, Millsboro, where a visitation will begin at 11 a.m.  Interment will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery in Dagsboro.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions in Joanne’s name to New Life Bible Fellowship, 24771 Cannon Road, Millsboro, DE 19966.

Online condolences may be sent by visiting www.melsonfuneralservices.com.