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On behalf of Hudson River Patriots Chapter of Daughters of American Revolution (NY) which Joyce joined back in 1971, we send condolences to the family. May Joyce RIP.
Philomena Dunn
July 30, 2019 | Wappingers Falls, NY | Acquaintance
Joyce has been a wonderful friend and excellent pen pal. I enjoyed keeping up with her after she and Dick moved to Arizona. Her warmth and smile will remain with me forever. My heart is with Dick now.
Linda Mansker
November 05, 2018 | Millsboro, DE | Friend
In loving memory of a wonderful person. Our deepest sympathies to her family. May her memory be eternal.
Maria and Josh Morton
November 01, 2018 | Gilbert, AZ | Friend
My sympathy to Barb and her family. May you find peace and comfort knowing your mother is at rest. No more pain and illness. Her spirit will live on and may your memories of her bring you joy.
Sheila Babendir
October 30, 2018 | Flagstaff, AZ | Friend
Deepest condolences to Barb and family. Hoping the love surrounding you offers some comfort.
Amanda Shelley
October 30, 2018 | Gilbert, AZ | Friend
Love to you, the Galutia family. Mrs. G. was a treasured part of my childhood. I especially remember her making us special cake mixes for Barb's easy bake oven! She was devoted to her family. And she welcomed me in to that family more times than I can count. I'm so grateful to have had her in my life.
Mary Linde
October 30, 2018 | Benicia, CA | Friend
Sendings my condolences. My heart aches for this grieving family.
Carlena Schoolcraft
October 29, 2018 | Gilbert, AZ | Friend
Wow. A wonderful life. I wish I could have known her as an adult. You were blessed with a wonderful mom. Childhood memories are sparse but I understand the pain of losing a parent. But lucky to have good ones
Sincerely, Hannah Pennewell ,
Poole
Hanbah Poole
October 29, 2018 | Coopersburg, PA | Friend
I miss you so much! I will always make you proud. I am the luckiest to have had you as my mom, friend and ally. Love you and we will see each other again! I promised to take care of Dad and always honor you and the promises I made to you!
Bg Regis
October 29, 2018 | Phoenix, AZ | Family
Joyce Leeds Galutia, 91, of Sun Lakes, AZ, passed away peacefully on October 24, 2018. Joyce was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend. She was strong, thoughtful, and supportive to everyone she touched throughout the years. She inspired many during her life by her generosity and unyielding support of her family and charities. She is survived by her loving husband Dr. Paul R. (Dick) Galutia, 96 years of age, sons David L. (wife Diane), Richard R. (wife Lisa) and Barbara G. (husband Anthony), two grandchildren Nicholas and Alexander, and sister Polly Brandes (late husband Don). She was preceded in death by her brother Alvah Hobart (Bart) Leeds (wife Ruth). Joyce was the second of three children of Alvah Hobart and Frances Russell Leeds and was raised in Yonkers, NY. Joyce met the love of her life while at Keuka College. She was married 71 years and during that time she supported her husband Paul in their family practice in Coopersburg, PA. They moved to Indiana, PA for a career change and a few years later landed in Elizabethtown, PA. She enjoyed her retirement years at the beach in Avalon, NJ and Long Neck, DE while enjoying the Arizona winters in Apache Junction. She spent most of her last 5 years full time at Renaissance Independent Living in Sun Lakes, AZ. She was very active in her church and also her volunteer work at local hospitals. While raising her family, she was very active with the Boy Scouts and Brownies and was a lifetime active member of the DAR (Daughters of the American Revolution).
Joyce will be fondly remembered by her family, friends and coworkers for her love of conversation and cooking as well as her sharp wit. She loved to write letters and postcards as her form of keeping in touch with her family and friends. Joyce will be missed by all those who have been blessed by knowing her. Joyce was a supportive, loving, caring and amazing role model for us all.
Contributions can be made in honor of her life to Oak Orchard Church at 36215 Oak Orchard Rd., Millsboro, DE, 19966 in lieu of flowers. Per Joyce’s wishes, there will be no formal services at this time; the family will be planning a private gathering to celebrate her life.Arrangements entrusted to Tempe Mortuary.
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