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Rev. Monsignor David J. Joyce Jr.

Holyoke, Massachusetts

1942 - 2022

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Rev. Monsignor David J. Joyce, Jr. 1942 - 2022 Holyoke Monsignor David J. Joyce, Jr., 79, passed away in the presence of his loving family on Friday, September 16, 2022 at The Holyoke Medical Center in Holyoke. At the time of his death, Monsignor Joyce was in his 55th year as a priest, a calling...

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I am sorry to hear of the passing of Monsignor Joyce. My prayers are with the family and friends of Monsignor, as he was a huge presence in my family's life as a young man. He will be missed. God Bless, and my prayers are with you all. The Taimanglo Family

Dear Marc and family, I was so sorry to hear about Monsignor Joyce and wanted to send my condolences to you and your family. My grandmother Mary was so very fond of Fr. Joyce and he was gracious enough to attend her 90th birthday party which meant the world to all of us. He was a kind, and gracious man and he will be missed by many. Sincerely, Loni DeMarco and family

I didn't know the Monsignor well nor long, but was immediately struck by his kindness, gentleness, appreciation, and strength. May the road rise to meet you, kind Sir. In my thoughts and prayers, Meghan

I remember David during our years in Belgium at the University of Louvain. He was always so friendly, thoughtful, kind and funny. May he Rest In Peace.

I am shaken. I couldn´t tell you enough how much Father Joyce meant to me. I grew up with him in my church and he´s one of the only priests where I connected so deeply. He understood people and was so down to earth. I came back into the area after 10 years in another state and searched him out to marry my husband and I, and he also baptized my oldest. I have such a deep respect and admiration for him. Every year (at least 10 years) we´ve sent Christmas cards to each other. He´s made...

There will never be a replacement for Fr Joyce. He was quick witted,compassionate and a pleasure to listen to his homilies. I remember when we had to meet with him to tell him there was going to be a dinner to recognize him on his elevation to Monsignor. He was not happy and did not want to be the center of attention. We, had to come clean and let him know it was all planned, tickets printed and sold and the caterer contracted. He was speechless. He just shook his head and said, what can I...

We are so sorry for your loss. David will be greatly missed.

An outstanding human being and an outstanding priest. You are already deeply missed.

My condolences to Father Joyces' family and friends. He will always have a special place in my heart. He married my husband and I many years ago and was always so kind and friendly. God Bless.