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Michael Joyce Obituary

JOYCE Michael James Joyce, 61, of Reynoldsburg, passed away suddenly Monday, August 15, 2011 at Mt. Carmel East Hospital. He was born July 11, 1950 in Fairbanks, Alaska to the late Al Joyce and Maurine Walton Joyce. Mike was a member of Sawmill Baptist Church and attended Jersey Baptist Church, where he enjoyed singing in the choir. He loved the Lord, and was a wonderful son, husband, father and grandfather. Mike was always a sympathetic friend to anyone in need. He enjoyed music, and was a talented singer and drummer. He is survived by his loving wife, Ruth Angell-Joyce; mother, Maurine Joyce; children, Kelsi (Josh) Timm, Kourtney (Adam) Hoffarber, Lucas James Joyce, Shannon (James) Kotter; step-children, Carrie (Matt) Lowis and Michael Mullins; daughter-in-law, Jamie Kline, grandchildren, John and Camryn Lowis, Morgan and Mallory Mullins, Logan and Shane Timm, Eli and Ingrid Kotter; brother, Joseph (Leslie) Joyce of Salt Lake City, UT; sister, Jenna Joyce of Los Angeles, CA; and many nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held 10 a.m. Friday, September 16, 2011 at Jersey Baptist Church, 13260 Morse Road Southwest, Pataskala. Pastor David Nuhfer and Mark Hutsko, officiating. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Jersey Baptist Church, Sawmill Baptist Church, 10635 Sawmill Rd., Powell, OH 43065 or to Pilot Dogs, Inc., 625 West Town St. Columbus, OH 43215. Arrangements entrusted to SCHOEDINGER EAST CHAPEL.

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch from Aug. 15 to Aug. 17, 2011.

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barb lawson

September 1, 2011

to light your way

September 1, 2011

Oh how I loved you mikey...We will dance for joy when I see you again,,Hold my place at the heaven kareoke place and we will sing stormy monday together..You were my friend and I will miss you,,Ruthie what ever you need we will be here for you We love you...Barb and Glen

wanda green

August 20, 2011

Ruthie, we will certainly miss Mike, You two were the sweeties and nicest couple. I always loved to hear him sing.
My thoughs and prayers are with you.
wanda green

Murray and Sharon Bourque

August 20, 2011

Ruth,
We are so saddened to consider your difficulty in grieving for Mike. You are in our prayers! Never forget, His grace is sufficient!
We can almost see Mike beholding the unimaginable beauty before him with perfect sight!
We love you, Murray and Sharon

Woody & Sue Powell

August 20, 2011

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

JANET SLADE

August 19, 2011

Ruthie, I am so sorry to hear about Mike;
What a shock! My Love and Prayers go out to you and Family forever and a day!
Hugs, Janet

Ross Wolfe

August 19, 2011

Ruth, I am so sorry to hear about Michael.May you have Peace and Comfort in knowing that his mission here is finished and Blessings in your life remembering the time you shared together. God Bless. Ross Wolfe

Paul Porter

August 19, 2011

Ruth, So sorry for our loss. Mike will be missed by all who knew him. We shall take comfort that he is with the Lord.

August 18, 2011

Ruth, sending you our love and prayers. Earl and Bonnie

August 18, 2011

Ruth, my thoughts and prayers are with you. What a shock. Also to know that he is with our lord & savior is a great peace of mind. God bless, Grace Wilson

trish seeger

August 17, 2011

Ruth,

sending u warm hugs and prayers as u walk thru the days/wks/months ahead! mike was a dear man with a wonderful voice! i always enjoyed hearing u two sing together! now he is in Heaven singing with the Angels!

Barbe Crosier

August 17, 2011

Michael Joyce was a blessing in my life, and an inspiration and influence for Christ to so many others. The Lord used his faith, gifts and talents here to further the Kingdom, and has now rewarded him with eyesight far beyond 20/20 in his new heavenly home! Can't wait to see you again one day, Mike, and for you to see us!

Tommy Hawk

August 17, 2011

Ruthie. I am so sorry to hear about your loss. I will always remember that when I told Michael that Jesus loves him He would always say Tommy Jesus loves you too. I am praying for you and your family Ruthie. JESUS IS YOUR COMFORT!

August 17, 2011

Ruth, Sending you prayers and love. Elayne

August 17, 2011

Ruth Ann,
I am so saddened to hear about Mike. It was a shock, to be honest. You are in my prayers.
Carolyn Friedberg

August 17, 2011

Ruthie & family,
I was saddened to learn of Michael's passing. He was such a nice man and had a beautiful voice. I will miss seeing him and hearing his songs on Sunday night.
Sincerest condolesences,
Linda VanFleet

Ellen Ritter

August 16, 2011

Ruth, I am sorry for your loss. I always enjoyed talking to Michael when he called in. You will be in my prayers.

Steve Bechtel

August 16, 2011

I talked to Mike almost everyday at work and it was great when we would get distracted and talk about music and family. Mike, I am going to miss hearing your voice. God be with your family.

BRANDI HATCH

August 16, 2011

Ruth and Family,
We just heard the sad news here on AFPremier Team here in Lincoln, NE. I'm so sorry and so saddened to hear of the news. I mostly enjoyed talking to Mike about our dogs. His newbie guide dog and my dog Vegas. Mike will be terribly missed here at the Home Office. Our thoughts are with you and your family.
Brandi Hatch

Karan Froom

August 16, 2011

Ruth, I'm so sorry for your loss. Michael was a wonderful man with a beautiful voice. I greatly enjoyed the times we spent together over dinner and seeing you both at your church. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Passle Helminski

August 16, 2011

Michael was a true friend. He loved living his life to the fullest with the love of his life, Ruth Angell-Joyce. I will keep you, Ruth and your family in my daily prayers. I am so very sorry for your loss.

Passle Helminski and Pilot Dog Kate

Andy Velasquez

August 16, 2011

Ruth,

I was very saddened to hear that Mike passed. He was one of the nicest, kindest people I have ever met and he will be missed.

We will be praying for you and your family.

August 16, 2011

Ruth, I am so sorry for your loss. I will keep you and your family in my prayers. May God grant you comfort in your time of sorrow.

Gaye Jones-Kidwell

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