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Joseph Joyce Obituary
Born in Danvers, Mass., he was the son of the late Joseph V. Joyce Sr. and Elizabeth (Anketell) Joyce.
Joe was a member of Local 90 IBEW for over 50 years, until his retirement in 1985.
He was a U.S. Navy veteran of World War II, serving aboard the USS Montpelier and was honorably discharged as seaman first class in 1945.
Joe was a member of the Knights of Columbus Mystic Council 1943, the VFW Post 3263 Mystic, and a founding member of the Quiambaug Fire Department.
He leaves behind his five children, Patricia Joyce-Peteler and her husband, Charles, Joseph D. Joyce and his wife, Elizabeth, Michael Joyce, Mary Joyce-Stammel and her husband, Robert, and Paul Joyce and his wife, Susan; seven grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; a great-great-grandchild; several nieces and nephews; and Margaret Austin who was considered his "other daughter".
He was predeceased by a brother and sister.
His family will receive friends from 2 to 3 p.m. Saturday, July 27, at the Mystic Funeral Home, Route 1, Mystic, followed by a service at 3 p.m. Full military honors will follow immediately after the service at the funeral home. Burial will be private.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Diabetes Assoc., (www.diabetes.org).
Please visit www.mysticfuneralhome.com to leave an online message of condolence.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Joseph Joyce
Beverly Morrone
July 29, 2013
Dear Mary Beth and family,
I am sorry for the loss of your Dad. He was such a fine man, I am going to miss him sitting in his chair on the front lawn, but now he is with you wonderful mother sitting with her and listening to her poems. They were a wonderful couple.
I am sure you and your family have so many nice memories. You are in my thoughts and prayers. God bless.
July 29, 2013
Dear MaryBeth and family,
May it help to know in this time of great sorrow that you are in my prayers. Mr. Joyce was a dear friend of the family, my parents especially have many wonderful memories, one being the traditional New Years Eve celebration. You too have a lifetime of memories to hold close in your heart. My deepest sympathy to all of you. Love and Friendship,
Ann Maloney and the Carver family
Gary Martinelli
July 26, 2013
To the Joyce Family,
I am saddened to hear of your loss. Mr. Joyce was a good neighbor, and a very positive influence for me during his time as a leader in the Cadets. I have thought of him often over the years. My condolences to you all.
July 26, 2013
Joey, Patty, Michael and family,I send my sincere sympathy!
Patsy Crothers
July 25, 2013
Dear Mary Beth and Family ~
My sincere sympathy for the loss of your dad. Thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time.
Deb Marshall Buttacavoli
Dave Pacheco Jr
July 25, 2013
Joyce Family,
I am deeply sorry to hear of Joe's passing. He was a wonderful person & friend and will be missed by all. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Belinda Davis Murano
July 25, 2013
My deepest sympathy to all of you. I remember what a nice man "Mr. Joyce" was. He leaves a lovely family.
Diane Weitlauf
July 25, 2013
Mary Beth & family,
So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
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