Joyce Jacobs

Joyce lives in my heart and prayers. Hers was a life well lived. I had many creative classes with Sister Joyce at Georgian Court. She taught me the beauty of calligraphy and patiently sat for me so I could paint her portrait.

I remember how happy Sister Joyce was to have a personal tour of The Starn twins art exhibit at the Met. She emailed me to hurry and see their amazing show, which I did.

Mike and Doug Starn, two internationally known artists from Absecon, NJ, were two of...

I have many fond thoughts of Sister Joyce since first meeting her in 1973. At that time, I was Sister Joyce's Junior Homeroom President at Holy Spirit High School. What followed for many years thereafter was a wonderful friendship. I remember visiting Joyce's mom and family in Perth Amboy at Christmas time. The many dinners at the Convent, exercising in the hallways, and late night chats followed by early morning masses, are vivid memories of cherished gatherings. To this day whenever I...

It is with tears in my eyes and heart that I write this message. Ray and I shall always hold the memories of Sister Joyce in our hearts. We enjoyed so very much her visits here in our home in VA. Her love of God and art are an inspiration to many, myself included, and I strive to paint as she did. This remarkable lady of many talents, and servant of God, shall always be remembered and missed by those who had the pleasure of know and spending time with her. Sister Joyce's spirit shall...