Joan Dolores Pugh, 88, of Melrose, entered the sunset of life on Sunday, October 20, 2024 at her residence. The daughter of Auther Perdunn and Clara Cober, was born on Monday,  August 31, 1936 in Philadelphia, PA.  After residing in Pennsauken, New Jersey for a number of years, she relocated to Melrose, FL.  She was a homemaker and enjoyed reading.

In addition to her parents, Joan was preceded in eternal rest by her daughter, Dawn Turse; son, Louis Pugh; siblings, William, James, Sonny, Irene, and Elizabeth.

Cherished memories of Joan remain with her husband: Joseph E. Pugh; sons, Joseph Pugh, John Pugh; grandchildren, Robert, Kelli, Toni, Jennifer, Robin, Danielle, Stephanie; brothers, Douglas Perdunn, Joseph Perdunn; sisters, Clara "Sissy" Perdunn, Mary Gavetti, and a host of nieces, nephews, great grandchildren, other relatives and close friends.

A family gathering in loving memory of Joan will be held in Pennsylvania at a later date.