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Joyce Janssen Obituary

Joyce Janssen
September 30, 1934 - March 22, 2021
Derby, Kansas - 86, passed away in the presence of family on March 22, 2021. She was born on September 30, 1934, in Southland, Texas, to Tullis Cullen and Margaret Allene Onstott. She is survived by her siblings, Pat Pinkert, Toni Murdock, and Tullis Cullen "Teece" Onstott; daughters Cecilia "Jan" Smith and Jaquiline Lynne Valentino; and 7 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren. Her parents and her daughter Janice Nicola Graham preceded her in death. Her life will be remembered in a private family service. Friends and family can see life memories and share tributes to this unstoppable lady online at smithfamilymortuaries.com. Those wishing to honor her may send memorial contributions to the American Cancer Society or Ronald McDonald House Charities in Wichita.

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Published by Wichita Eagle on Mar. 28, 2021.

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