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Joyce Skalley Obituary

Skalley, Joyce

Joyce Skalley, age 86, passed away peacefully on September 8, 2024, in Middletown Ohio. She was born to the late Carl and Maimie (Shively) Rogers on June 18,1938 in Bristol Tennessee.

Joyce was a wife and mother while working nearly 40 years at Rogers Jewelers. She loved her time working at Rogers and built many lasting relationships with generations of families. Joyce was best known for her kind, loving and generous nature. Her smile and radiant personality lit up any room. Joyce was a second mom and a true friend to many. As an active member of Crosspoint Church of Christ, Joyce cherished her relationship with an undeniable faith in the Lord.

Joyce is survived by her sweetheart and best friend, Bill Neal; sisters, Wilma Mainous and Shirley Drury; nephews, Jeff Hartsock (Michelle), Chuck Hartsock, Dennis (Lynn) O'Neal, Jerry (Lana) O'Neal, Gary (Brenda) Rogers; nieces, Debbie Christophel and Teresa Elrod; good friend, Barbara Adams Koontz and numerous other friends, family, grand nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Jack Skalley; daughter, Denise Skalley; sister, Anna Lee O'Neal; brother, Earl Rogers and good friend, Elizabeth Kemplin.

Visitation will be 1-2 pm, Sunday, September 15, 2024 at Breitenbach Anderson Funeral Home, 517 S. Sutphin St., Middletown, OH 45044. A Funeral Service will follow at 2pm with Pastor Scott Johnson officiating. A Celebration of Life will immediately follow after the service. Location will be announced at the service.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Leukemia Foundation or the American Cancer Society.

Please visit www.breitenbach-anderson.com to leave online condolences.

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Published by Journal-News on Sep. 12, 2024.

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Richard Turpin

September 16, 2024

I am sorry I missed her funeral. I just saw this. A long time friend. A fantastic person. My son Vinny and I will miss Joyce greatly. She is now back with her daughter, Jack and Doll and Abe. We always had some much fun and great memories. RiP my dear friend you are loved.

Brenda Mathis Powell

September 13, 2024

I worked with Joyce 10 years. We laughed, parties, took people out at work and she was always so much fun. She was best friends years ago with my aunt Beverly Ballard. They raised their girls together.... I´ll miss her

Scott Allen Chaney

September 12, 2024

My heart sank when I heard of Joyce's passing and it still hasn't been lifted, Joyce brought love and a sparkle in your day, I will always miss you.

Julie Vitori

September 12, 2024

Many pieces of jewelry were purchased in my family from this wonderful lady. Will never forget you Joyce, or your sweet daughter Denise. Now your walking those streets of gold with Jesus. Earth lost a beauty.

Debi Blandford

September 12, 2024

I will miss your smiling face at our monthly board meetings! Peace

Tim Sebastian

September 12, 2024

So sorry to read of joyce passing. I met her at Rogers Jewellers ages ago. Always had that beautiful smile and never failed to say hi when i saw her at the stores in town. My wife and i knew Liz too and they would gang up on me to buy my wife a new ring when we were there. Our condolences to the family. She was a keeper. Rest in peace Joyce. We will miss you.

Debbie Morrison

September 12, 2024

So sorry to hear of Joyce´s passing. I got to know Joyce, not only through Roger´s, but she was a good friend of my Aunt, Doll Salome. She was beautiful, kind and loving. May she rest in peace with our Lord Jesus Christ.

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