Alamosa resident Joann Dell Van Iwaarden Schatz, 66, died August 1, 2023 at her home in Alamosa under Hospice care.

Joann was a friend of nature and a lover of cats. She a very independent free spirit who had a surprising amount of knowledge about cars. She was employed for many years as a Greenhouse worker and in businesses accounting. Joann had a witty sense of humor and an exquisite taste in the things she collected. She was a prolific poet whose penmanship was awesome.

Joann is survived by her siblings Gary (Joanne) Van Iwaarden of Lakewood, CO, Sharon Etheridge of Grand Rapids, MI, Judy (Don) Haugland of Everett, WA, Kay Lynn (Ed) Schans of Lakewood, CO, Bob (Carol) Van Iwaarden of Alamosa, CO, Gwen Powell of Glenrock, WY, Mike (Eileen) Van Iwaarden of Alamosa, Georgia Van Iwaarden of Antonito, CO, John Van Iwaarden of Alamosa, CO, and Steve (Karen) Van Iwaarden of Alamosa, CO; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.

Joann is preceded in death by her parents.

Cremation was chosen and services will be held at a later date.

Rogers Family Mortuary is in care of the arrangements. To leave online condolences, tributes, and remarks for Joann's family, please visit www.RogersFunerals.com