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1939
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2026
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Joyce Finnegan Obituary
Joyce G. Finnegan, 86, of Rocky Hill, CT, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Tuesday, January 13, 2025, at Maple View Health & Rehab in Rocky Hill. She was the cherished wife of Joseph Finnegan for 54 years. Born in Hartford, CT, Joyce was the daughter of the late Bert and Doris (Nelson) Gustafson.
Joyce is survived by her husband Joseph and their five children: Debbie Andrews and her husband Steven, Jay Walsh and his wife Ann Marie, Paul Walsh and his wife Leslie, Donna Hogan, and Christian Finnegan with his wife Vanessa. Joyce was also a devoted stepmother to Brian Finnegan and his wife Karen, as well as Darren Finnegan and his wife Sonia. Her legacy includes ten grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her brothers, Bert Gustafson, Jr. and Raymond Gustafson, and her sister Donna Miller. Joyce took immense pride in being a “Mom of 7 children,” which she considered her greatest achievement.
The family extends heartfelt gratitude to everyone at Maple View Health and Rehabilitation—especially Linda and Pam—for their kindness and support to Joyce and her loved ones.
Funeral service for Joyce will be held Monday, January 19, 2026 at 12pm at the Dillon-Baxter Funeral Home, 1276 Berlin Tpke., Wethersfield, CT. Burial will be in Rose Hill Memorial Park, Rocky Hill. Relatives and friends may call at the Dillon-Baxter Funeral Home, Monday from 10am to 12pm. To share a memory of Joyce, please visit www.dillonbaxter.com
Memories and Condolences
for Joyce Finnegan
11 Entries
The Rev. Dr. Bill Veinot
January 18, 2026
Dear Joe and Family, As Joe and Joyce's former priest and friend from sweet Saint Andrew's Church I want to pass along my condolences to all members of the large extended Finnegan clan. I always respected the lengths Joe went to in taking care of and looking out for Joyce. I pray and trust having crossed into GOD's light and love she is now whole and perfect knowing a peace that passes all our earthly understanding. May that beautiful smile we see in the photograph remind us of who she was and now truly is through GOD's loving grace.
Lisa Manfredi
January 17, 2026
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
maryjo marks
January 16, 2026
So sorry for your loss- June was a very special lady.
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Jeremy Boyle
January 16, 2026
Chris and Family, deepest condolences on your loss. Sending thoughts and prayers to you all from your work family.
Pat Kuh
January 16, 2026
Dearest Joe & Family, we are very saddened at the passing of your beloved Joyce. Dave & I were happy we got to know her at our Wednesday HE&T services at St. Andrew’s. I also had the honor & joy to sing to Joyce with my dear friend Fran Mastro when Joyce was at Mapleview. Sweet Joyce would often sing along with us which was just delightful!
May Joyce rest in peace forever on the other side of Eternity. May Joe & whole Finnegan family cherish all their loving memories of their precious, beloved Joyce
With Much Love & Tears
Pat Kuh
Richard Heldmann
January 16, 2026
I am saddened to learn of Joyce's death. She was a wonderful woman. My prayers are with you, Joe.
Gerri Cresenzo
January 16, 2026
Joe: So sorry for your loss.
Dale Ianni
January 16, 2026
I am so sorry for your loss. God bless.
Barbara Stone
January 15, 2026
To Donna and your whole family:
Your Mom was the sweetest lady! I always enjoyed when she would come into the office so many years ago! I'm so very sorry for your painful loss.
Dillon-Baxter Funeral Home - Wethersfield
January 15, 2026
Our sincere sympathies for your loss.
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Jan
19
Visitation
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Dillon-Baxter Funeral Home
1276 Berlin Tpke., Wethersfield, CT 06109
Jan
19
Funeral service
12:00 p.m.
Dillon-Baxter Funeral Home
1276 Berlin Tpke., Wethersfield, CT 06109
Jan
19
Burial
Rose Hill Memorial Park
580 Elm Street, Rocky Hill, CT 06067
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Dillon-Baxter Funeral Home - Wethersfield1276 Berlin Turnpike, Wethersfield, CT 06109