~ a cold day warmed by a homemade afghan ~

~ family dinners & German Chocolate cake as dessert ~

~ romance, poetry and always time for a good book ~

~ blind date to 51 years of marriage ~

The most cherished aspects of Joyce's life will be those that keep her memory alive in all who loved her as

Wife ~ Mother ~ Grandmother ~ Friend

To ensure your generosity and support are acknowledged, Joyce’s family has requested that memorial contributions be made through IN MEMORY OF to the following

St. Jude Children's Hospital

The mission of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital is to advance cures, and means of prevention, for pediatric catastrophic diseases through research and treatment. Consistent with the vision of its founder Danny Thomas, no child is denied treatment based on race, religion or a family's ability to pay.

Deborah Hospital Foundation

Compassion has always been at the heart of the Deborah mission.  Beginning in 1922 to help treat tuberculosis patients, the center transitioned to other pulmonary and cardiology based medical conditions post the advent and widespread use of antibiotics.  Today, Deborah is a leading medical center dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of all cardiac, vascular and pulmonary disease, as well as congenital and acquired heart defects. 

The Foundation helps support the clinical mission of the Center and to ensure the philosophy - 'there can be no price on life' - is promoted and upheld.  Although Deborah now accepts most major insurance, over the last 92 years Deborah has never issued a direct bill to any patient, meaning no deductible or bill is charged to the patient for services received from Deborah Heart and Lung Center. 

For additional information regarding services and arrangements or to leave a condolence message for the family, please visit the funeral home website by clicking on the image above.

Your Support Shared with the Family

In Memory Of ensures that the family knows of your support.  All donor names will be sent to the family in a single letter, allowing your generosity to be known and acknowledged.  As it is the thought that counts, the amount of your donation will not be disclosed.

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By using In Memory Of, you are assured that your information will be kept confidential. We will not forward your name or contact information to the organization that received your donation, thereby preventing any future solicitation.

To provide our services, cover credit card processing fees and grow our social organization, we receive six percent of the total contributions and add one dollar to the overall donation that will be charged to your card.