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Joyce Elaine Dyer

Joyce Dyer Obituary

Joyce Elaine Dyer Battle Creek Joyce Elaine Dyer, 63, of Battle Creek, passed away on Friday, September 11, 2009, at her home. She was born April 24, 1946, in Battle Creek, the daughter of Peter Sweet. Joyce was previously employed by Carriage Cleaners and in housekeeping at Community Hospital. Joyce loved her family and friends and particularly enjoyed family get-togethers and cookouts. She also enjoyed bingo and casinos. She is survived by her husband and lifelong companion, Max E. Dyer. She also is survived by her children, Pete (Sindy) Taylor of Battle Creek, Shelly (Brad Nesbitt) Buford of Battle Creek, Tracy (Brian) Waltman of Battle Creek, Alan Dyer of Battle Creek, Karen (Jake) Jones of Jackson and Bea Kabob of Arizona. She also leaves her grandchildren, Teia, Tara, Tori, Petey, Josh, Lacey, Brian, Spencer, Kiley, Conner, Carson, Alana, Casey, Katie, Claire and Harrison; and her sister, Florence Hay of Battle Creek. She was preceded by her aunt, Minnie Sweet. Visitation will be from 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Sunday at Royal Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at 9:30 a.m., Monday, September 14, 2009 at Royal Funeral Home. Memorial contributions may be given to the American Diabetes Association.

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Published by Battle Creek Enquirer on Sep. 13, 2009.

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Rose & Max Robinson

September 14, 2009

WE heard about Joyce only today .Sorry she will be missed she was a very good friend to Max.Our thoughts and prays to her children and grand children.

Alan Tolf Jr.

September 14, 2009

Our Thoughts and Prayers are with you and your entire Family.

Carolyn Cox/Frost

September 13, 2009

So sorry to hear of Joyce's passing. Joyce and I were very good friends all through elementary school and I loved her dearly. We met up a few times at bingo and she was always the same wonderful person as always. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.

Karen Benfield

September 13, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with Joyce's family at this difficult time. I worked with Joyce years ago at the hospital and have fun memories of her that I will never forget.I was happy to hear that she was able to experience the casino before she passed away--that was meant to be. My best to all of you.

Pam & Larry Ward

September 13, 2009

You will be sorely missed by all of us, you have brought much pleasure to me and my family for so many years. We know you are at peace now and want the family to know what an impact you have put on our lives...we love you dearly and have fond memories of our times together..and there are so many! We love you..Pam, Larry and Boy's.

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