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Joy Pearson Archambault
1932 - 2020
Joy Pearson Archambault
1932 - 2020
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Joy Archambault Obituary
WINTER HAVEN - Joy Pearson Archambault, 87, of Winter Haven, went home to her Lord and Savior on October 1, 2020 with her two daughters by her side. She was born on October 17, 1932 in Dundee, FL, to the late Knut and Olga (Axelson) Pearson, and graduated from Winter Haven High School with honors in 1951. In 1958, she married Jean B. 'Arch' Archambault, DDS and shared 31 years of marriage, devoting her life to him as he pursued a career in the US Air Force. She was a homemaker, who dedicated her life to loving and supporting her husband and children. Her smile and infectious laugh will be remembered by everyone who knew her. Traveling and spending time with her family and friends was what she loved and enjoyed most. She was an avid bridge player and enjoyed performances at Theatre Winter Haven and RP Funding Center. She was an active member in the Catholic Church and was involved in the RCIA program for many years at Nativity Catholic Church of Brandon, FL. She was a 24 year member of St Joseph Catholic in Lakeland, FL and most recently a member of St. Joseph Catholic in Winter Haven. For the last 27 years, Joy split her time between Florida and her mountain home in Maggie Valley, NC.
She was pre-deceased by her husband of 31 years, Jean B. 'Arch' Archambault, infant daughter Jeanne Mary Archambault, sisters Gladys Love, Gloria Mitchell and Edith Haire. Joy is survived by her two daughters Judy Archambault of Tampa, Janet (Marty) Paxton, of Winter Haven, and 5 grandchildren Rosa (Billy) Vasquez-Pierre, Liseana and Sasha Archambault, all of Tampa, Harrison and Bradley Paxton of Winter Haven, and 1 great grandchild, Juney Archambault of Tampa.
A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 10 AM October 17th at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Winter Haven. A private burial will be at Florida National Cemetery in Bushnell, with her husband. In lieu of flowers, donations in Joy's memory may be made to the Alzheimer's Association (alz.org) or American Diabetes Association (diabetes.org).
Condolences may be sent to family through Oak Ridge Funeral Care, Winter Haven.
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Dee Carnahan
October 8, 2022
Dear Judy & Janet. Your mom was one of the nicest women ever to be in my life. Always had a smile and a giggle in her, and we always enjoyed being together. Miss her and both of you, too! God bless you & your families. Love, Dee & Rick XXOO
Rose Backus
October 16, 2020
Joy was one of the sweetest lovely ladies that I ever met, always with a smile. I know that she will be missed not only by family but her friends. RIP
Dee & Rick Carnahan
October 14, 2020
Dear Judy, Janet & families. What can we say about your beautiful mother, who we loved so much! We had so much fun with your mom, dad, and you girls from the night Rick and I got married on 24 November 1972, thru the years that followed. I remember us having dinner at your house in MD, and laughing so much just talking about things that we all found hilarious! I think the last time we saw her was when you came to CT and your aunt Denise Archambault had us all over to her "palatial estate" on Alexander's Lake in Dayville. What a great day that was! Your mom & Rick had a special affection for each other because they were not from the "Coderre or Archambault" families, but were on the outside looking in! But, they were loved by all of us! I know that she and your dad are finally reunited in heaven after many long years apart, and their love for each other is as strong there as it was on earth! We are so very sorry for the loss of your mom, but you both were great daughters to her and always took good care of her. May God bless her soul! She will be missed! Much love, Dee & Rick XXOO
Cindi
October 14, 2020
Janet and Judy: I'm so very blessed to have been a part of her life. She, and your dad, showed me love and generosity, for which I am eternally grateful. I have amazing memories of her and your family.
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Shirley Walker
October 14, 2020
A beautiful person, inside and out.... Cherished every conversation and outing with her!. Her joyful attitude and genuine interest in all that was going on in the lives of the people she so dearly loved, always shined brightly
Kris Marone
October 14, 2020
What a wonderful tribute. I know you enjoyed every minute with her. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
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