LaVonne Decker of Melbourne passed away on October 21, 2026, at the age of 80. LaVonne will be lovingly remembered by her sons, John Hiers-Russo, Craig Hiers, and AJ Hiers; her brother, Richard Langevin, and her sister, Joanne Kern; her son-in-law, Terry Russo; her best friend and caregiver, Regina Graham Davis; as well as countless friends.
She was born on December 15, 1945, in St. Paul, MN, to Richard and Doris Langevin, who have passed away. She is predeceased by her husband, Albert Chasar; her daughter, Kathy Hiers; and her sons, Randy Hiers and Ricky Hiers.
LaVonne was well known in the community through her church, Ascension Catholic, as well as her furniture store, Harbor City Furniture, and her final years at Macy’s in the bedding department. She volunteered for several charities over the years but was most proud of her time with the Special Olympics.
She will be laid to rest at Florida Memorial Gardens in Rockledge, FL, on Sunday, October 25, 2026, with a service at 2:30 p.m. and interment at 4 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, a donation to the Alzheimer’s Foundation or the American Diabetes Association would be greatly appreciated.
