Celeste Jongeward Obituary (1951 - 2024) - Lake Havasu City, Arizona

Celeste Alyda Jongeward-Ziemann April 23, 1951 – May 23, 2024 Celeste Alyda Jongeward-Ziemann, known to us as Celeste Jongeward, was born to Cyreen and Adeline Jongeward on April 23, 1951, in Aurora, CO. She passed away on May 23, 2024, leaving behind a profound legacy of love, resilience, and infectious joy. A resident of Lake Havasu City for 34 years, her spirit was as vibrant and warm as the Arizona sun. Celeste was a woman of remarkable strength and determination, qualities that shone brightly even in her quiet battle with cancer. Her grace and courage in the face of adversity were a testament to her unfaltering spirit and admirable character. Celeste was a Master of Culinary Arts, delighting everyone with her skills in the kitchen during her tenure as a chef at a local hospital. She was a firm believer in the philosophy of "dress presentable, not shabby," a testament to her love for life, beauty, and the joy she found in the simple act of living each day to its fullest. Celeste was a loving wife to Vern Ziemann, and a doting mother to her sons, Andrew and Austin. Her love for her family was immeasurable, her devotion to them unwavering. She was the heart of their home, her warmth and love radiating through every corner. Celeste is preceded in death by her parents, Cyreen and Adeline, and her loving son, Austin. It is this love for her family and friends that leaves an indelible mark on all those who knew her. She is survived by her husband, Vern; her son, Andrew; and her cousins, Marykay and Connie. A beacon of strength, resilience, and warmth, Celeste Jongeward's memory will continue to inspire and guide us. In Celeste's honor, we invite you to share your memories, anecdotes, and photographs on her memorial page. Your stories will help keep her vibrant spirit alive, reminding us of all the unique and wonderful woman she was. May her memory bring comfort and warmth to all of us in the days to come. Rest easy now, Celeste. You are pain free.