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Joyce Brown Obituary

Joyce J. Brown, 85, of Hamburg, passed away Friday while a resident of Kutztown Manor.

Born Aug. 8, 1932, she was a daughter of the late Lamar and Pauline Boyer.

Joyce was a graduate of Cressona High School.

She attended several churches as she moved throughout her life, attending Cressona Bethany Evangelical Church then First United Methodist Church in Port Carbon and lastly was a member of Reedsville Evangelical Church.

Joyce worked for ALCOA most of her life but also was employed by Glosser Brothers and finally Value City before retiring.

She was strong in her faith and enjoyed attending Bible study. Joyce also loved her family whether eating out or attending family gatherings or spending time with her six grandchildren who were the light of her life. She also enjoyed good music, TV, bingo with friends or participating in arts and crafts.

In addition to her parents, Joyce was predeceased by her husband, Harold M. Brown, in 1997; son, Harold L. Brown, in 1999.

Joyce is survived by her daughter, Pollyanne Bonning, wife of Brian, Hamburg; daughter-in-law, Lisa Wenzel, New Ringgold; a brother, Gerald Boyer, husband to Carol, Lake Wynonah. She will be deeply missed by her grandchildren, Kayla Brown, Jacob, Emily and Rylee Wenzel and Sawyer and Priscilla Bonning; nieces and nephews whom she dearly loved.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday at Grabowski Funeral Home, Schuylkill Haven, with Pastor Ron Rice officiating. A viewing will be held at 9 a.m. until the time of services. Interment will be private at the convenience of the family at Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, Annville. Memories and condolences can be shared at www.grabowskifuneralhome.com.

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Published by Republican & Herald on Jun. 10, 2018.
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Very sorry to hear about your mother, she was a very good friend to my mom Jean Keithan. I spoke with Joyce many times when she would call to check in. It was my mother and me who sent her the ribbon decoration. She loved it.

Edie (Keithan) Engelberger

June 19, 2018

Pollyanne, we are so sorry to hear of your Mother's passing. She was a good friend to my Mother, (Jean Keithan.) They had many long phone conversations. I think they were good for eachother. My sisters and I felt like we knew your Mother. May God Bless you and your family and help you get through this most difficult time.

Carol (Keithan) Katulis

June 17, 2018

Pollyanne, so sorry for the loss of your mom. My condolences to you and your family.

Rose Buckingham

June 13, 2018

R.I.P. Joyce. William Krause

William Krause

June 12, 2018

Sorry for your loss, Pollyanne. Joyce was a great neighbor, friend, and relative. She will be missed.

June 11, 2018

a loved one

June 11, 2018

Joyce, you were always such a pleasure to be around with your happy caring attitude.
You made visits at the farm, family reunions and Mom's house extra special.
You raised a wonderful daughter in Pollyanne and will be missed.

Connie Keffer

Family

June 11, 2018

I was saddened to hear about Joyce passing away. I will always remember her from family gatherings at Carol and Jerry's home. She was always very gracious,meticulously well-groomed,and kind to me. She will be missed by all who knew her

June 11, 2018

Pollyanne, I'm very sorry for your loss. You are in my prayers.

Janet Gilmer

June 10, 2018

RIP cousin Joyce!

Timothy gaydos

June 10, 2018

Joyce, What a super lady! I so enjoyed our talks and your laughter and kindness. I have never met anyone so beautiful inside and out. I consider you to be one of my best friends. You are with God. I am happy for that. Love you.

Karen

June 10, 2018

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