Joyce Gundlach

1941 - 2025

Joyce Gundlach, 83

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Joyce (Jo) Ann Gundlach of Lyle, Washington, on March 16th, 2025, at the age of 83. Jo was born on September 24th, 1941, in Wallace Idaho, to Winifred and Anthony Bubb. Jo fell in love with her high school sweetheart Paul (Tyke) Gundlach, and they were married at St. Maries Catholic church on June 13 th, 1964 in Coeur d' Alene, Idaho. Jo was known for her strong will, determination and unwavering love and support for her family and friends. She was the quintessential homemaker who found great joy in raising two boys, Russel & Mike, and spent many hours volunteering with her kids' extracurricular activities. She spent her early years living in Murray, Idaho where her folks ran a general store and were partners in a lumber mill in Eagle, Idaho. The family moved to Coeur d' Alene Idaho at a young age where she attended Roosevelt and Central grade schools as well as middle school and Coeur d' Alene high school. Jo worked as a phone switchboard operator for two phone companies to help pay for Tyke's college education. After Tyke's graduation the family lived in Walla Walla, Washington, Lewiston, Idaho, as well as overseas. While overseas she worked for a construction company as a secretary. The family returned to live in Oregon and later moved to Lyle, Washington where she and Tyke lived for 40 years. She was active throughout her life and enjoyed snow & water skiing, dancing, fishing, backpacking, guitar, gardening, sewing/quilting, singing, bowling and making antique lampshades. She also had two beloved dogs that provided many wonderful moments of joy and companionship. She maintained a variety of friendships with neighbors in Lyle where she would share garden produce, fishing adventures and wonderful conversation. She was preceded in death by her parents and sisters Marilou and Peggy. Jo is survived by her husband Tyke, her two sons Mike and Russel as well as several family members in Idaho and California. At Jo's request there will be no funeral services. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you make a donation to the Skyline Foundation online at www.myskylinehealth.org or by mail to PO Box 1625, White Salmon, WA 98672. The family would like to express their deep gratitude for the wonderful care Skyline staff provided to Jo in her final days. One of Jo's favorite quotes is "A house is made of brick and stone, but a home is made of love alone" and she lived in this way for all her loving years