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Joyce Avery Obituary
LIMA — Joyce Marlene Thomas Avery, 84, of Lima, passed away on Saturday, March 28, 2020 at 7:15 p.m. at Lima Manor Nursing Home.
She was born on July 4, 1935 in Lima to the late Harry and Leona (Shiflet) Thomas. On June 12, 1954, she married William "Bill" Avery, who survives her, after 65 wonderful years together.
Joyce was a 1953 graduate of South High School in Lima. She worked for Lima City Schools for 35 years. She sold tickets for football and basketball games from 1952-2015. She was inducted into the athletic hall of fame in 2019. Joyce was a member of Westside United Methodist Church in Lima, where she held the treasurer position for several years as well as was a tutor there for 15 years. She loved to travel, go on cruises, play dice and especially play cards; which was a way for her to teach her kids and grandkids how to count. Joyce was also known for making delicious caramels.
She is survived by her husband Bill, son Tom (Jan) Avery, daughter Ronda (Brian) Maginnity, grandchildren: Erica (Josh) Marshall, Jessica (Kevin) Schelb, and Patrick Maginnity, great-grandchildren: Lexie, Cole, and Luke Marshall, and Maggie and Katherine Schelb, sister-in-law Carol (Dick) Presar, and numerous nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her grandson Matt Avery, brother James "Jim" (Dorothy) Thomas, and sister Joan (Jack) Coon.
Due to COVID-19, private services will be held for Joyce but a Celebration of Life Open House will take place on July 11, 2020 from 2-5 p.m. at Westside United Methodist Church, 604 Gloria Ave, Lima, Ohio 45805.
Memorial contributions may be made to Lima City Schools Scholarship Fund.
Online condolences may be made by visiting www.chamberlainhuckeriede.com
Chamberlain-Huckeriede Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
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Memories and Condolences
for Joyce Avery
Connie Taylor
March 24, 2021
Joyce was the sweetest woman that I knew. We sat together in church and I can't count the number of times she reached out to me. When I was struggling she would hold my hand the entire service . I miss her warmth and love.
Neva Loretta Brown
April 6, 2020
to Bill and family,
Just found out, so sorry . Having trouble acceptings that news. Joyce and I were friends since elementary
school ( Jefferson ). I have good memories and will miss just knowing she was near.
April 5, 2020
Meredith and I extend our sympathy. We think of you often. Peace be with you.
Chris Butler
April 3, 2020
Sincere condolences
Warm regards
Memories from the decades
God Bless
From
The Butler family
Miriam Rader-Downing
April 2, 2020
Avery Family: my deepest condolences on the passing of your mother. She was a wonderful woman and she will be sorely missed.
Renee Pranses
April 2, 2020
Rhonda I'm so sorry to hear of your moms passing. She was such a great lady and I'm so fortunate to have worked with her for so many years. My condolences to you and your family.
Jane Doty
April 2, 2020
So sad to hear that Joyce has passed. I worked with Joyce briefly in the late 80s at Lima Senior. She was always very professional and thorough. And that plant in her office! Always a delight to see.
More recently I would look across the gym floor at Lima Senior basketball games and see Joyce sitting just inside the door. She was an institution there, also
I will miss her.
Diana Reese
April 1, 2020
Dear Rhonda and Family, I want to offer my condolences at the loss of your mom. I worked with her at Lima Senior during the 90's quite a lot. She was a very smart and thorough and talented lady. Love and prayers to you and your family. Diana Reese
Janice Reed
March 31, 2020
Dear Bill and Family. So sorry to hear about Joyce. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. She was a lovely Lady.
Jill & Rudy Lepley
March 31, 2020
Tom and family, so sorry to hear about your mom. It wasn't that long ago we were talking about her. Sending prayers.
March 31, 2020
Dear Bill and family: Sincere condolences on Joyce's passing. It is especially difficult during such a trying time. Her legacy of service to Westside will be long remembered as well. You remain firmly in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless.
Mark & Diane Figley
Anita Marshall
March 31, 2020
Many prayers and thoughts to the Avery family. Although you can't be held in the arms of your friends right now. Know you are being held tight in our hearts.
Paticia Wall
March 31, 2020
Dear Avery family I would like to express condolences . My mother worked many yrs. with Mrs. Avery at Edison Elementary where we attended school with Tom and Rhonda. May God Bless ,and comfort you ! Patricia Wall
Connie Taylor
March 30, 2020
Our deepest sympathies to your whole family. We love you.
Dewey and Connie Taylor and Americal.
Robin McElroy
March 30, 2020
So sorry for your loss Rhonda and family your mom was a very special person. Our prayers are with you.
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