RICH, Joyce Rose (Shaldone) Of West Roxbury, formerly of Needham, passed peacefully on February 28. The loving mother of Robert Rich, John Rich, and Keri Berg. Nonnie to seven grandchildren, Jenna and Kendra Berg, Coco, Mason, Dani, and Eme Rich, and Justin Chao. And survived by her longtime friend Samir Darwiche. Visiting Hours in the Eaton Funeral Home, 1351 Highland Ave., NEEDHAM, on Sunday, March 6th from 2-5 pm. Mass of Christian Burial in St. Joseph's Church, 1360 Highland Ave., Needham, Monday, March 7th at 10 am. Interment St. Mary's Cemetery, Needham. Relatives and friends are kindly invited. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Joyce's memory to Wigs For Kids, 24231 Center Ridge Rd., Westlake, OH 44145 (www.wigsforkids.org/monetary-donation/). For obit, directions or to share a memory of Joyce, please visit www.eatonfuneralhomes.com Eaton Funeral Home 781-444-0201

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Jim Dager, Jr.

February 15, 2023

So very sorry for your loss. My heartfelt condolences to Rob, John and Keri and their families. Just heard of this very sad news today. My deepest sympathy. Always, Jim Dager, Jr.

Dorothy McNerney

March 18, 2022

So very sorry to hear such sad news. Joyce was so sweet and kind. She has earned her place with the angels. Rest peacefully dear Joyce

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