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Joyce Keane Obituary
(Courier News)
JOYCE LEE KEANE
BRIELLE
Joyce Lee (nee Merlo) Keane of Brielle passed away peacefully at her home on January 5, 2011. Family & friends were at Joyces side as she departed this world. Joyce was born in Fanwood, NJ, the youngest child of Tom & Ann Merlo. She was predeceased by her parents, her brother John and her sister Jean. She is survived by her loving husband Jim, her sister Janet Vittori and her beloved Tess. Joyce graduated from Scotch Plains/Fanwood High School. She received an undergraduate degree from Kean College and achieved her Masters Degree in Social Work from Rutgers University. Joyce served the children and families of NJ in various capacities. She was a Case Manager for DYFS and an administrator of Madison Mental Healyh Association. Joyce completed her career as a social worker on the Child Study Team at Manchester Elementary School in Ocean County, NJ. Joyce and Jim fought her Breast Cancer for two years. Both were a model of courage for all who knew and loved them.
A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, January 8, 2011 at 1:00 pm at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church in Manasquan. The Neary-Quinn Funeral Home, 39 South Street Manasquan is in charge of arrangements. In lieu of flowers, donations to Cancer Institute of New Jersey, 195 Little Albany Street, New Brunswick, NJ 08901 or www.cinj.org. For more information or to post a tribute, please visit
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Kristin Laffey
January 5, 2012
I miss you everyday. The friendship you and my mother shared was the best example of unconditional love I could ask for. I learned so much from you in the short time I knew you but the moments and memories we shared I cherish. My heart is heavy today, Joycey. I miss you <3
Sue Sabo
January 1, 2012
Joyce, I miss you every day...
I Treasure our days together and thank you for being my friend
October 16, 2011
Jim , I loved being in joyce's company. She was truly a unique and amazing woman. I was so blessed to have known her and I treasure my memories. I am so sorry for your loss. I was shocked to hear of her death, I was actually trying to reconnect when I made this sad discovery. Heaven now has the most wonderful angel Cathy Tomlinson
Dawn Kokes
January 11, 2011
Our paths crossed for a short amount of time, and I am so sorry for that. But, in that, I was blessed with having had the opportunity to get to know you, and learn from you. You were an inspiration Joyce Keane, and I am lucky to have had spent the time with you that I did. Indeed, heaven has a new angel, that will be greatly missed here on earth.
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Michelle Jenner
January 10, 2011
Mrs Keane was my son's case manager at Ridgeway from 2005 until her retirement. She was truly and advocate for children and she was a huge help to us. My deepest condolences to her family and friends on her passing
Debbie Christie-Maples
January 9, 2011
I am shocked and saddened to hear of Joyce's passing. Many fond memories of silly times from junior high and high school come flooding back. Joyce's smile will live on in our hearts. Cheer on old friend:) I will be watching for your shooting star!
January 8, 2011
I grew up with Joyce (lived just a few blocks away) and remember her as a wonderful person. She was quite popular but was also sweet and nice to everyone. I also remember her as a terrific tap dancer!! Wow..does that bring me back. I wanted to share these thoughts with her family. Sincerely, Sue (Wiese) Seilus
January 8, 2011
Wishing you "fair winds and following seas"
Jeff Arensman
January 7, 2011
Jimmy,
Our sincere thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this sad time.
Theresa & John Fernicola
January 7, 2011
Jim, We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief.
January 7, 2011
I went to SPFHS with Joyce and remember her as a wonderful girl. When a friend email and asked if I knew Joyce all the memories of those great times of going to SPFHS came rushing back. I am sorry for your loss. Tim Smith, SPFHS, Class of 1971
January 7, 2011
Joyce was a wonderful friend. We had some fun times together. We loved her and will miss her dearly. How blessed we are to have had Joyce in our lives.
Doris & George Jarahian
patrick praitano
January 7, 2011
Jim,
We are both lucky people for having known such a wonderful woman. My memories are all happy ones. . .you have both touched my life in ways you probably cant imagine. . .Joyce, we are indeed blessed to have you looking over us. Only in the next life could you shine more brightly than in this one. I love you both.
Pat
January 7, 2011
Jim our deepest sympathy to you and your family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Bill & Marybeth Young
Rick Sprague
January 7, 2011
My very sincere thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Ricky
Brad Arensman
January 6, 2011
Jimmy my Monterey brother for life. Our thoughts and prayers to you and your family. Love ya man...
Jane Stiers
January 6, 2011
Joyce,
Thank you for your time you spent in Manchester touching many lives.
Your in our thoughts and prayers.
Jane Stiers, Whiting, NJ
Susan Sabo
January 6, 2011
Etched in my heart are the memories of a lifetime filled with the sunshine of a friendship like none other.Heaven's stars twinkle brighter now that Joyce is among them. Joyce made a difference in the lives she touched and will be grewtly missed but never forgotten.
January 6, 2011
My deepest sympathies to Jimmy and family. Joyce will be fondly remembered with love and smiles. May God wrap you in his love and comfort you!
Debbie Williamson Blair
January 6, 2011
My deepest sympathy to her husband and family. Joyce was wonderful person and touched many people. She will be truly missed. May she rest in peace. Paul Fischer from Better Hearing in Toms River
Kristin
January 6, 2011
My mother's most beloved friend of 46 years and like an aunt to me...the world has lost some of its light since her passing. Her courage and strength was inspiring and I hope she can rest in peace now without the pain. I love you, Joycee. In my heart forever xoxo.
January 6, 2011
Heaven has a new angel today, an incredible woman and wonderful friend of over 40 years. Love you and Miss you.
Rich ( p.j.)
January 6, 2011
Jim and Family, our sincere condolences on the loss of your wife. Our thoughts and prayers and with you at this difficult time. Debbie Venedam and Agents, Gloria Nilson Realtors, Point Pleasant Office.
The Kokes Family, The Mead Family, The Algeo Family
January 6, 2011
Joyce (a.k.a) Joycee was a women to know and love. She was kind, loving, brave and strong. She will be deeply missed by The Kokes Family, The Mead Family and The Algeo Family, but will live on as we will think of her often and smile!!! You might be out of sight Joyce, but NEVER out of mind!!! We love you Joyce.
Jeff Mead
January 6, 2011
We love you Joyce and we will miss you.
Jeff, Dana, Jaclyn, Isabella, Jeffrey and Faith.
Melissa Gaffney
January 6, 2011
Jim,
My heart and deepest sympathy goes out to you and your family. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Melissa Gaffney
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