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Diann Lee Pavelka
Diann Lee Pavelka
Lisbon
Diann Lee Pavelka, 68, of Lisbon, passed away on Thursday, August 14, 2025, at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics. A Celebration of Life Gathering will be held from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, August 30, 2025, at The Avacentre located at 23486 Co Rd E34 in Anamosa.
Diann was born on August 16, 1956, in Monticello, the daughter of Robert John and Velma Mary (Koppes) Postel. Diann graduated from Anamosa High School in 1974.
Diann Is survived by her loving husband Dan Pavelka.
Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.broshchapel.com
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