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1942
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2020
Joyce Vest Obituary
CEDARVILLE — Joyce would often cite this Bible verse found in Esther 4:14 "For such a time as this" as it applied to various life circumstances and to her children "I did not raise you kids to behave like this" as it applied to their shenanigans. Joyce Reba and her twin brother George Dwight were born to John & Rose Long in Dayton, OH December 1, 1942. Her brother lived only a few short weeks. Three sisters were to follow; Delores Adams, Janet (Jerry) Flexman & Rosemary (Clay) Hayre. After the death of their father, her mother married Fred Petry and two more sisters joined the family. Rhonda Petry & Frederica (Joe) Redelberger. Joyce married William Frank Wagner, Jr. in 1958. While trying to fulfill their dream of becoming farmers, Bill was tragically killed in a car accident in 1974, leaving her to raise their five children, Tammy (Tim) Clark, Bill (Trudee) Wagner lll, Joy (Andy) Kitzmiller, Rebecca (Becca) Wagner and John (Carla) Wagner. She did become a farmer's wife when she married Donnie Vest of Cedarville, OH in 1980. They adopted three sons, Jon (Tasha), Jacob (Marissa) and HD. Donnie preceded her in death in 2003 and HD in 2010. She was also preceded in death by her parents & brother-in-law Larry Adams. She was known as Grandma, Oma, GamGam and Abuela to Ted (Amy) Terrell, Travis (Kristen) Terrell and Trinity (Jake) Barok, Haylee, Nolan & Olivia Wagner, Georgia (Austin) Lewis, Zak Kitzmiller, Bella & Mason Johnson-Wagner, Kynslee & Dalton Vest and Christian & Kori Vest. Great grandchildren, Cougar, Tanner, Zeke, Jackson and Charlie Jane. Bonus grandchildren, John Silkey, Josh Shaw & Jaxson Lohr. Because of the losses in her life Joyce focused her attentions to her love language of gifts & words of encouragement to others via sending thousands of cards to a host of friends and family. She celebrated birthdays, anniversaries and recognized their personal struggles. If you were lucky you may have received a glitterbomb card or membership in "The Sock Club." Her joyous welcome into the arms of her Savior Jesus Christ took place January 22, 2020. Celebration of life service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday January 25 in Cedarville OH at Grace Baptist Church. As our brother John fittingly said, "Mom will always be missed just like all the ones before her. There is comfort in knowing that she is not suffering and what a reunion she's having right now… I can only imagine…."
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LuAnn Ragle
February 22, 2020
I will miss Joyce. We got to know each other first through a Moms In Prayer group, praying for each others kids. Whenever I think of Joyce, I think of family. She lived for and loved her family fiercely. I look forward to seeing her again. Until then, I will continue to pray for her family - just as she would do for mine!
Jeannie Day
January 31, 2020
Joyce will be missed by so many family and friends. She was an amazing person! Sorry I could not be at the funeral. I was attending another funeral at my church.
Tony the Barber Pergram
January 31, 2020
Joyce was a matriarch of the community. She always had a smile for me, even when she herself was hurting. She would always stop in and thank me for taking care of the boys. I'll miss her dearly.
Tony and Ruth Arsenault
January 30, 2020
So sorry we couldn't be there, due to knee replacement on Thursday. You all were on our hearts and in our prayers. Love you all!
Joe and Andrea Harkleroad
January 30, 2020
We were so sorry to hear about Joyce passing and know you will have sorrow in her absence. She was a wonderful friend and blessed a lot of people during her lifetime. I had the privilege of visiting her at hospice just before she went home. I will always remember that time with her and learned from her even as she knew she had limited time here on earth. We look forward to seeing her again one day in heaven. Prayers for all of you.
Steve and Cathy Aviles
January 25, 2020
Praying for your sweet family for peace and comfort with sweet memories! Joyce will always be remembered for her love and encouragement of others! Even after the loss of sweet HD she became like a mom and encouraged his classmates like our Emily , even attending their graduation open houses! Love you Joyce and rest in Jesus!!
Marie Brooks
January 25, 2020
So sorry U.Jack & I can't be there for the memorial service, but you all will definitely be our thoughts & prayers. Love you all so much. Aunt Marie & U.Jack
Rebecca Tobias-Bahns
January 25, 2020
To the families of Mrs. Vest ,you all have my deepest condolences and sympathies. I am so very sorry for your loss. Mrs.Vest always had a beautiful smile every time i saw her.
Holly and Tim Ryan
January 25, 2020
Kind, sweet, thoughtful Joyce. What a humble servant sharing God's love and comfort to others through her hugs and her cards of encouragement! She truly never missed a holiday, our birthdays, even Mother's and Father's Day as an opportunity to encourage us in our grief. She is at home now! Prayers of comfort and peace to the family. May you feel the outpouring of encouragement and Christian love Joyce so freely gave to so many others.
Trudy Young
January 24, 2020
So sorry for your loss Tammy. She is rejoicing in heaven...praying for you and your family. Love and hugs.
Kathy Sturgis
January 24, 2020
To all who lost such a precious woman:
I remember meeting Joyce at McDonald's after church as we feed our kids and she had the boys. Her smile was always big and encouraging. I am sorry for your loss yet Heaven's gain. Hugs and prayers to all.
Melody and Jim Cato
January 24, 2020
Joyce never missed sending us each a card for our birthdays. She blessed so many people with her cards! We are praying for your family as we know you will miss her greatly but are also rejoicing that she is in the presence of her Lord and Savior.
Love,
Brian & Peggy Comer
January 24, 2020
Sorry for your loss
Margaret Neff
January 24, 2020
Joyce always had a smile and kind word when I saw her. I met her when she married our neighbor, Donnie. She will be missed.
My condolences for the family.
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