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Joyce "Joy" Hoy Obituary
Joyce M. Hoy "Joy" 77, Glendale, AZ; Passed quietly away, with her family by her side on October 6, 2012. Joy was born November 4, 1934, in Toledo, Ohio to Patrick and Mabel Tansey who have preceded her. She married Virgil G. Hoy 1953, who preceded her in 2006. They moved to Maricopa, County in 1973 where they made their final home. Joy is survived by her four children Victoria Lee Walker of The Colony, TX, Ronald Patrick Hoy of Mesa, AZ, Joyce Marie McKinney, of Springfield, OR, and Virgil "Clark" Hoy of Peoria, AZ, 9 grandchildren and 19 great grandchildren. Joy always put her best into everything she did and did it with grace and dignity. In 1996 she retired as General Manager of Phoenix Home and Garden Magazine. During her retirement she enjoyed spending time with family and friends, she was very active with her political affiliation, enjoyed traveling, attending the theater, cheering for the Phoenix Suns, and reading. Joy always stayed true to her beliefs and values and attempted to instill these qualities into her children. Memorial Services will be at 10:00 am on Thursday, October 11, 2012 at Heritage Funeral Chapel, 6830 W Thunderbird Rd, Peoria, AZ 85381 with interment to follow at Sunwest Cemetery, 12525 NW Grand Ave, El Mirage, AZ 85335. Mom, thank you for your love and support and the lessons you have taught us you will be missed.
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Scheleen Dickens
October 22, 2012
Please accept my deepest condolences. Mrs. Hoy was a great woman. I truly enjoyed our talks. I only knew her a very short time, but I am so glad I had the chance to meet her. I absolutely loved her style. She her look up with the current styles. She was truly a beautiful woman. I am so sadden to hear that she has passed on. She reminded me that age is only a number. I admired her not only for her beauty but she was also very smart and interesting. To her family, may you find comfort in the wonderful memories that you created. She loved you all so much. When she spoke about you, it was obvious that she was very proud of you all. It was always my pleaseure to see Mrs. Hoy in the office and I hope that I made a positive impact her visits as well. She was a wonderful woman.
Carla Chandler
October 15, 2012
Joy, even though we only knew each other from Glendale Adult Center where we attended aerobics, I am saddened to hear of your passing. You were always good when I needed a new book to read by suggesting a title or author.
Karla (Tansey) McAdams
October 10, 2012
Please accept my deepest condolences to all of Joyce's family. I am Joyce's brother's granddaughter and even though I only had the chance to be in her presence for a short period of time...I quickly learned that she was a fun lady! I always think of her when I pull out the Arizona "snow globe" she gave me. At 11 years old I didn't get the joke so she explained. Everything melts in Arizona so the only thing in the snow globe was snowman parts and some water…..at 35 I get the joke and I always laugh now when I see it! Rest in Peace Aunt Joyce.
October 9, 2012
Joy, There we were having steaks, fries and then popcorn at the movie. It was the 15th and we were planning our next outing after the operation. And then you left us on the 6th, going out calmly in your usual competent, take-charge style. I will miss you very much, my precious friend. Lila
October 9, 2012
Mom, we will
all miss you dearly
Love always Patty
October 9, 2012
My condolences to the family during your time of sorrow. May God comfort you and give you the strength to cope (Psalms 46:1).
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