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Joyce Brisboe Obituary

Joyce L. Brisboe Lansing Our mother came into the world on January 4, 1926 and went to heaven on March 17, 2012. Our Mom was an accomplished violinist and played with the Lansing Symphonic Orchestra and the Jackson Symphonic Orchestra. Joyce worked for the State of Michigan for over 29 years doing accounting and grants in the Records Unit on North Logan Street. She is a charter member of Christ United Methodist Church. Mom was preceded in death by our Dad, George Roy Brisboe and her grandson, Jason Brisboe. She leaves behind her daughters, Patricia Burch of Grand Ledge, Jan (Charles) Seeger of Eagle; sons, Dale E (Sue) Brisboe of Holland, Donald G. (Martha) Brisboe of Durand and David L. (Shirley) Brisboe of Holt; 16 grandchildren and 25 great- grandchildren. Our mother's celebration will be held on Friday, March 23, 11:00 a.m. at Christ United Methodist Church, 517 W. Jolly Rd., Lansing. The family will receive friends Thursday from 5:00-8:00 p.m. at Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, 900 E. Michigan Ave., Lansing. Our family would like to say a special thank you to Carra, Mom's nurse and the other staff at McLaren Visiting Nurses. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Joyce's name to McLaren Visiting Nurse and Hospice, 2316 S. Cedar St, Ste. 600, Lansing, MI 48910 or Alzheimer's Association, 310 N. Main, Ste. 100, Chelsea, MI 48118. Memories and condolences may be shared with the family at www.grlansing.com

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Published by Lansing State Journal on Mar. 25, 2012.

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Mary Wright

March 22, 2012

Aunt Joyce, I remember the ways you helped us after our Dad died. I remember the advice you gave me after I graduated from high school. Over the years when we talked I thanked you in person. You will be remembered always for your generosity, your wisdom, your humor and your class.

Joni Germain

March 22, 2012

I want to say a very special thank you to Jan, Don and Martha. You three did a fantastic job in caring for Grandma in the last few months. She is so lucky to have such a caring family who showed her such love. I will miss her laughter and smile.

Ginger, Curtis & Nora

March 22, 2012

Jan & Family,
It's an honor and privilege to provide comfort and music for Joyce's journey Home. We are grateful that we had the opportunity to know you and all your family in a very special way. You all are in our thoughts and prayers.

Bob & Judy Beckwith

March 21, 2012

Larry & family: We just heard of your Mother's passing. You and your family are in our thoughts tonight. Praying that your wonderful memories will help you now and in the future. Sincerely. Your friends, Bob and Judy Beckwith

Jenny Janecko

March 21, 2012

To Dale & family - my sincere sympathies. I know you will miss her. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Ken Richmond

March 21, 2012

A wonderful woman and a very talented musician. While we may no longer hear her music, she is now blessing the heavens with her joyous strains.

Michael Bradley

March 20, 2012

Aunt Jocye,Like Lora said you will be forever in our hearts and we will miss you and your mischievious smile,all our love,Mike and Lora.

Lora Bradley

March 20, 2012

Like all the rest of my aunts and uncles who have passed,you too will forever , be a huge memory of my life growing up. I will remember you as one classy lady who wore high heels and was a sharp dresser! I am thankful for the special conversations you and I had over the years, when it was just you and me.
Aunt Jocye, you like the others own a special place in my heart and I will cherish that always. Love, Lora.

March 19, 2012

You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.Comfort comes from spending time with family and friends. Joy (Monroe) Eisenbrandt-Holt,MI.

March 19, 2012

DALE & FAMILY,

MY SYMPATHY!
IT IS SO HARD TO LOSE A PARENT.
REMEMBER THE GOOD TIMES.

SANDY KENNEDY - PALISADES PLANT

Diane Dyer Millis

March 19, 2012

I worked with your mother at Michigan Crippled Children Commission in the Hollister Building, downtown Lansing. She was a nice and pleasant lady. May your memories of her live on forever! My thoughts are with you.

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