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JOYCE BARNT
WAYNESFIELD — Joyce Marie Barnt, 77, died at 4:01 PM on Wednesday, January 18, 2017, at Lima Memorial Hospital in Lima.
Joyce Marie was born on Monday, June 5, 1939, in Waynesfield, Ohio, to the late Franklin and Thelma [Hadsell] Underwood. On Monday, August 20, 1956, she married Merlin Barnt who survives in Waynesfield.
Joyce was a proud member of Pilgrim Holiness Church. She loved to sew and babysit. She truly loved children, and they loved coming to visit Grandma Joyce.
She is survived by her children, Cindy Zink, Jana Barnt, Ricky (Gina) Barnt and Elaine Barnt; grandchildren , Shanna, Army Staff Sergeant Joel, Army Infantry Specialist Ray, Heather and Ryan; and six great grandchildren and one step great-grandchild; sisters, Barbara Engle and Carolyn Staup.
She is preceded in death by a grand-daughter, Heidi Joy Zink.
The family will receive friends from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM on Monday, January 23, 2017 at Pilgrim Holiness Church in Lima, Ohio.
A funeral service will begin at 1:00 PM on Monday, January 23, 2017 at Pilgrim Holiness Church in Lima, Ohio. Pastor Donald Nichols will officiate. Entombment will be in Memorial Park Mausoleum, Lima, Ohio.
Memorial contributions may be made to Pilgrim Holiness Church.
Condolences may be expressed at www.chamberlainhuckeriede.com
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Barbara (Engle) Bushong
January 23, 2017
Sending my condolences to you and the family
Terry Cotter
January 23, 2017
Merlin & family,
Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you today and in the days to follow. I am sorry that we will not be able to attend today's service.
Joyce was an amazing lady and played such a beautiful part in our lives when she watched Lindsey, Eric and Isaac. They have the best memories and had such fun while spending time at your house. Thank you for that.
We will always remember Joyce's great smile, laughter, warm embraces and her sincere walk with our Lord Jesus.
God be with you all.
Craig & Terry Cotter
sharon guider/roof
January 22, 2017
My condolences to the family,Merlin,Carolyn and Barbara and rest of family. GOD BLESS
January 22, 2017
Our condolences to all the Barnt family. May she RIP. Frank Treglia and family.
January 22, 2017
Merlin and family, so sorry to hear of your loss. Joyce left a life long impact on us and our kids by her Godly love and empathy. Bobbi especially sends her love. Your companion and sweetheart is watching over her family with the same love you knew all the years you held each other. May God comfort you in your spirit and give you peace. Ken and family
BJ (Bonnetta) DeFinis (Pitts)
January 22, 2017
So sorry for you loss - to all the Barnt family - Joyce was a kind wonderful and practical person! She taught me to play accordion as a child and was laways there to listen and give you blessings. Unfortunately I work Monday and can't make the service.
January 20, 2017
She was a wonderful person. God needed her in heaven. Becky Ritchie
Betty Fisher
January 20, 2017
Sorry for your loss. Your family and friends have been blessed with her presence over the years remember and enjoy all the memories that you have of your mother. She was a beautiful, kind hearted person.
Betty Fisher
Anita (Engle) Marshall
January 20, 2017
Merlin & Family, my sincere condolences. I have many fond childhood memories of all of you. Keeping you all in my prayers.
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