Elmwood Funeral Chapel & Crematory

Visitation Information

Melodie Ann Pavlis

Passed away on October 8, 2025

Melodie Ann Pavlis (nee Morse), age 77.  Late of St. John, Indiana formerly of Topeka, Kansas.  Passed away October 8, 2025 after a long battle with cancer.  She is preceded in death by her husband John V. Pavlis.  Melodie is survived by her children William “Bill” (Kathy) Pavlis and Kim Pavlis; grandchildren: John "Jack" (Emma Budd), Cloe, and  Nicolaos "Nick" Pavlis; sister Debbie (Chris) Lee, brother David (Mitra) Morse and her fur babies Stevie, Phoenix, and Che Che.  Melodie loved all animals, especially cats!  She enjoyed going to Pilates classes, getting manicures and pedicures, interior decorating, making cards from Stampin’ Up, and picking blueberries.

Visitation Friday, October 17, 2025 from 11:00 am until time of service at 1:00 pm at the Elmwood Chapel 11300 W. 97th Ln. (1/2 block west of US 41/Wicker Ave. at 97th LN.) St. John.  Interment Chapel Lawn Memorial Gardens.  In lieu of flowers memorial contributions can be made to Heavenly Pet Sanctuary https://heavenlypet.org/HP/index.php/donate/ or The American Cancer Society https://donate.cancer.org/ in Melodie’s name preferred. (Please click the links for direct access to donate). For more information 219-365-3474

If you are unable to attend Melodie's service in person, but would like to attend virtually please join us via Zoom at 1:00 pm CST on October 17th.  Please see the zoom information below.

Topic: Melodie Pavlis Funeral Service
Time: Oct 17, 2025 01:00 PM Central Time (US and Canada)
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Funeral Service:
Elmwood Funeral Chapel
11300 W. 97th Lane
Saint John, Indiana 46373
Friday, October 17, 2025 - 1:00 pm

Interment:
Chapel Lawn Memorial Gardens Cemetery
8178 Cline Ave.
Crown Point, Indiana 46307

Memorial Contributions:

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions can be made to Heavenly Pet Sanctuary https://heavenlypet.org/HP/index.php/donate/    or The American Cancer Society  https://donate.cancer.org/ in Melodie’s name preferred.

Visitation Location

St. John
11300 W. 97th Lane
St. John, IN 46373
(219) 365-3474

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Visitation Information

Friday, October 17, 2025 - 11:00 am until 1:00 pm

Condolences
"The Pavlis family has been an important part of our lives since the early 1980s. Melody was always quick to greet us with a bright smile whenever we all gathered at their home as teenagers. Her warmth, laughter, and energy filled every room, and she always made sure we felt welcome and at home. I believe she passed that same kindness and spirit on to her children and grandchildren. May she rest in peace. 🙏"
- Rod Tobiason & family
October 10, 2025 6:47 am
"What a great time we had growing up together Thanks for the memories Mel ❤️‍🩹Prayers for the Pavlis family to heal your hearts, for memories to become healing ❤️‍🩹 "
- Judy Duckworth Rice
October 10, 2025 7:18 am
"My memories from high school and Washburn University football are filled with happy thoughts of Melodie (and later, John). Such a sweet and loving spirit whose humor and laughter could be seen in those big beautiful eyes. Rest with angels my friend. We'll meet again.🙏🙌❤️"
- Shelley Schoonover Stump
October 10, 2025 12:20 pm
"Miss you already Mel ! Your Strength and strong passion for what you believed in Was undeniable .. your love for animals was such An uplifting part of you .. rest in peace my friend I’ll miss our morning texts ! May the birds sing your praises ! Susan Cooper"
- Susan Cooper
October 10, 2025 2:33 pm
"Melodie was my long time client! I made sure I kept her nails and toes looking beautiful for over 10 years. She especially loved getting pedicures. White or Burgundy were usually her go to color choices. I’m going to miss her so much. Rest in peace Mel. With all my love - CJ"
- Chelsea “CJ” Leluga
October 10, 2025 3:14 pm
"The Pavlis family has been an important part of our lives since the early 1980s. Melody was always quick to greet us with a bright smile whenever we all gathered at their home as teenagers. Her warmth, laughter, and energy filled every room, and she always made sure we felt welcome and at home. I believe she passed that same kindness and spirit on to her children and grandchildren. May she rest in peace. 🙏"
- Rod Tobiason & family
October 11, 2025 7:59 am
"Are thoughts and prayers are with you all! God Bless! George And Karen Fintonis Johnny’s cousin! Take care "
- george fintonis
October 15, 2025 10:28 am
"We will miss Mel's beautiful smile & positive attitude, even with all she was going through every time she shopped in our store. She loved her birds & we had so much fun sharing pictures and talking about her feathered friends. You are free of all your pain now & can soar to heaven, my sweet Mel. You will be greatly missed, my friend."
- Carol Harsh (Wild Birds Unlimited)
October 16, 2025 5:35 pm
"I met Meli in 4th grade at McCarter Elementary School in Topeka, Kansas. We quickly became friends. I moved to SoCal in 9th grade. At age 60 she found my phone number and contacted me and we reconnected instantly. She even came to my surprise 60th birthda party in Ca and brought our other best friend Judy Dukckworth. We all remained close friends. and had many fun trips together. She has a very special place in my heart and will be missed until we meet again....Many prayers to the Pavlis family."
- Sandy Cervantes
October 17, 2025 1:39 pm
"I will miss my sweet and crazy sister. So glad I could be there for your passing. You did a good job! I loved all the hard laughing we did over animals, etc. Your sense of style is truly incredible. You have great talent. I’ll always have the memories having to breath in your hair spray in our small bathroom where we grew up. We shared a bedroom and it was decorated your way. I borrowed you cool clothes. I truly loved all your boyfriends. See you on the other side dear sister. Deb "
- Debbie Lee
October 24, 2025 2:59 pm
Candles Lit
"Mom I felt you leave that night. It was a full moon and I'll never forget it.. I miss you already.... RIP and say hi to my Dad! Miss and love you"
- Kim Pavlis
October 9, 2025 9:48 pm
"Many prayers to the Pavlis family Goodbye for now Mel 💔"
- Judy Duckworth Rice
October 10, 2025 7:20 am
"I thought about you a couple days ago and was wondering when I would see you for nails since it had been a couple months. I had a feeling come over me that I wouldn’t see you again and that would get the news that you passed. I’ll miss you Mel. You always brightened my day. Sending prayers and healing to the family and kitties. "
- Chelsea Leluga
October 10, 2025 3:25 pm
"Until we meet again "
- Julie Honsa
October 11, 2025 2:47 pm