1937
2014
Joyce Ann Buchanan
VERMILION – Joyce Ann Buchanan (nee Kilgore), 77, of Vermilion, died Wednesday, May 28, 2014 at Admiral's Pointe Nursing Home, Huron after a lengthy illness.
She was born January 4, 1937 in Jackham, KY and had spent most of her life in Vermilion moving from Dearborn, MI.
Joyce worked as the Food Service Director for the Vermilion Local Schools for many years retiring the first time in 1997 and again in 2007.
She enjoyed spending time with her family and grandchildren.
She is survived by her daughters, Brenda (Thomas) Adkins of Vermilion, Kathy (Gary) Cannady of Indianapolis, IN, and Donna (Andy) Keen of Vermilion; sons, Bruce (Lisa) Buchanan of Vermilion and Brandon (Carrie) Buchanan of Vermilion; grandchildren: Chris (Emily) Adkins, Traci (Anthony) Van Antwerp, Ryan (Katie) Adkins, Brooke Adkins, Kristen and Jennifer Cannady, Brittany, Heather, and Tyler Keen, and Nate, Josh, Lucas, Caitlyn, and Austin Buchanan; great grandchildren, Noah, Sydney, Isaac, and Adam Adkins, and Cameron Van Antwerp; sister, Patricia (Kirk) Malone of FL; and brothers, Charles (Vickie) Collins of GA, and Doug Collins of FL.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Hershel R. Buchanan who died on January 28,1993; parents, Joe and Dixie (nee Hall) Kilgore; brother, Fred Kilgore; and sister, Christine Kilgore.
Private services were held with interment at Maple Grove Cemetery, Vermilion.
The family suggests memorial contributions to Stein Hospice, 1200 Sycamore Line, Sandusky, OH 44870.
Online condolences may be made at www.riddlefuneralhome.com.
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Brenda, Bruce, Donna and your entire family -
We are both so sorry for the loss of your mother. She was a wonderful person. Remember all of the good memories to help you through this difficult time. Our thoughts and
prayers are with you and if you
need anything, never hesitate to
let us know.
With sympathy,
Mark and Pam Stavole
June 2, 2014
Our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
The Staff of Riddle Funeral Home
May 31, 2014
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