Obituary
Pamela Joyce Louy passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by her loved ones, on May 12, 2025, at the age of 72. She was a devoted wife, loving mother, cherished grandmother, and a treasured friend to many.
Pam was born on July 31, 1952, at Oak Knoll Naval Hospital in Oakland, California, the eldest of seven children born to Harold and Joyce Venne. Pam’s early years were spent living all over the country, beginning in Hayward, CA, and with stops in Queens, NY, and El Paso, TX. One of her fond childhood memories was witnessing the Beatles arrive at JFK airport in New York City for the first time. The family eventually returned to California, where Pam attended high school in Hayward before moving to Eureka. She graduated from Eureka High School and went on to earn a Business degree from Humboldt State University.
She eventually settled in Crescent City, California, where she became a vital part of the community. Pam worked for Home Federal Bank and later served as branch manager for American Savings Bank, which eventually became Washington Mutual. There, she quickly became known for her wealth of knowledge, her
exemplary customer service, and her warm and welcoming spirit. It was in Crescent City that she met and married the love of her life, Dennis. Together, they shared 45 years of marriage and raised three children—Meagan, Stephen, and Erin—in the close-knit Del Norte community.
Pam was deeply committed to community service. As a longtime member of the Del Norte Afternoon Rotary Club, she played a key role in organizing many local events, serving with enthusiasm as the club’s Events Coordinator. She and Dennis devoted countless hours to Rotary, always giving back to the place they called
home.
More than anything, Pam was a dedicated mother. She never missed a moment in her children's lives—cheering at Meagan’s games, applauding Stephen’s performances, and attending every one of Erin’s choir concerts. Her children were truly her greatest joy.
Pam was preceded in death by her parents, her sister Donna and brother Patrick, and is survived by her beloved husband Dennis; her children Meagan, Stephen, and Erin, along with their partners; her adored grandchildren McKenna, Kamryn, Hudson, and Kennedy; and her siblings Vicki, Shelley, Debi, and Michael.
She will be remembered for her warmth, generosity, and unwavering devotion—to her family, her work, and her community.