West Springfield, Massachusetts
WEST SPRINGFIELD Joyce E. (Hervieux) LaBranche, 82, of Bridle Path Road died Wednesday with family by her side. Joyce was born in Springfield and has lived in West Springfield most of her life. She retired as the Restaurant Manager of the Colony Club in Springfield where she was employed for many years. Her husband Norman A. LaBranche died in 1983, and a son John died in 2011. She leaves her children Jeffery and his wife Karen, Judy Rettura and husband Vincenzo, Jamie LaBranche, and Joe LaBranche and Jill,her brother Donald Hervieux; and her eight grandchildren Joel, Jake ,Vinnie, Alex, Jack, Chandler , Kelsey and Nicolas - who will miss her dearly. Joyce was the leader of her family, always focused on the positive. She approached every day as a new chance to have some fun, and was always the focal point of family events and holidays. She was known by her grandkids as the funniest person we know . Joyce loved her Neil Diamond concerts, Red Sox, boxes of wine, the letter J, parties on the deck, Tiger on Sundays, and beautiful grand kids. She had an exceptionally quick wit, and was the kindest most generous person any of us could know. She was a friend to many, and an inspiration to all. Joyce will be sadly missed by her family, but will be remembered every day in the legacy of family that she leaves us. Visiting hours will be held at the West Springfield Curran-Jones Funeral Home Monday December 15 from 4:00 7:00pm. A private funeral will be held with burial in St. Thomas Cemetery. For more details please visit curranjones.com.
To the LaBranche Family
I was saddened to hear of Joyce's passing and also not knowing in time to pay my respects to a wonderful lady. I had the pleasure of being her line cook at the Spfld Marriott for 5 years. I still hear that beautiful high laugh of hers even when we were in the "weeds". And how she loved her Normie, I love you Joycee!
Butch Beane
December 27, 2014 | Springfield, MA
Joe-
My deepest sympathy to you and your family on the loss of your mom.
Kim (Vigliano) Boucher
December 15, 2014 | West Springfield, MA
We are sending warm thoughts and prayers out to the LaBranche Family. It is so hard to loose your Mom. Always keep the good memories close to your heart as you celebrate her wonderful life and accomplishments.
The Carr Family
December 15, 2014 | Simsbury, CT
My deepest sympathy on the loss of your beautiful mother. Our families were friends many years ago and I will always remember your mom and your dad and you kids. I am so very sorry.
Donna Hiorns
December 15, 2014 | Twin Oaks Farm , Granville, MA
Dear Labranche Family, We are so sorry to learn the passing of your beloved mother. Please accept our deepest condolences. May your happy memories bring you peace during this time of great sorrow.
The Phillips Family - Elm Avenue
Karen, Amy, Jeannine, James, Melissa, Dorothy, Patrick
December 15, 2014 | West Springfield, MA
Dear LaBranche Family
I will always remember quite fondly being welcomed at the LaBranche household, since I was in high school. Your Mom and Dad were such great people. Everybody was always welcomed by them to your home. My condolences to Judy & Vinnie Rettura and all family members who knew and loved Joyce. She never forgot anyones name and always had a great spirit to bring forth every day!
Robin Austin
December 15, 2014 | West Springfield, MA
Jamie,
I am very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Neil Shecallah
December 14, 2014 | FL
I lost my dearest friend of more than half my life. I cherish the memories of her zest for life and of her love of family and friends.
My sympathy and love to all her wonderful family.
Helen (Mrs. B)
December 14, 2014
To the LaBranche Family, I am so sorry for your loss. I worked with Joyce at the Colony Club for many years. She was a second Mom to me as well as a tremendous lady.
Gina Bergamini Szynkaruk
December 14, 2014 | East Longmeadow, MA
