LAKE COUNTY, Calif. — Azella Rose Rehe (known as Granna to her grandkids) passed away in her Clearlake Oaks home on Sept. 8, 2025.

She was born Azella Rose Lewis on June 1, 1937, in Sullivan, Illinois. 

Azella was an avid dancer from a young age, and became a dance instructor early on. At the age of 20 she married her husband of 65 years, Arthur Rehe and together, they built a life, business and family.

Moving to Lake County in 1970, she continued to teach dance, assisted in building Arthur's chiropractic offices, and, in later years, became a travel agent.

Azella was loved deeply by her family, both immediate and distant. Her love for her family, coupled with her love of travel would often see her on trains, planes, and automobiles to visit family and foreign places.

Azella was preceded in death by both parents, her three big brothers and her husband. 

She leaves behind her son, Rod; daughter, Rena; her five grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; her younger sister, Carol; and many nieces and nephews. Azella holds a truly special place in their hearts. 

Regardless of her passing, her love for her family permeates their lives indefinitely. Anyone who knew her knows the love she freely gave will be greatly missed.

A memorial service will be held at Chapel of the Lakes Mortuary on Saturday, Nov. 8, at 2 p.m.

Arrangements by Chapel of the Lakes Mortuary, 707-263-0357 or 707-994-5611, or visit www.chapelofthelakes.com.