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JOYCE BRIER-SITTNICK Obituary

Joyce Brier-Sittnick After a courageous battle with breast cancer, Joyce Brier-Sittnick passed away in the early morning of October 26, 2011 with family at her side. Joyce was born July 11, 1952 in Kansas City, Missouri. She graduated from the University of Missouri with a Bachelor of Social Work and began her career helping others in that field. Joyce moved to California in 1977 where she met her husband Pete Sittnick, a San Francisco restaurateur from Michigan. Joyce went on to become Vice President of Brier & Dunn, opening their San Francisco office in 1988. Joyce and Pete have resided in Tiburon for 15 years and Marin County for 24 years. Joyce gave back to her community through her volunteer work at Guide Dogs for the Blind, and in collaboration with her husband on the planning and operation of many community fundraising events. Joyce will be remembered as a loving wife, sister, aunt and friend. She added spice to any dinner party, an opinion to any conversation, and love to any gathering. Joyce is survived by her husband Pete Sittnick, her brother Jerry Brier and nephews Marik and Jason of Atlanta, her brother Josh Brier, sister-in-law Grace and nephews Jared and Adam of Mill Valley, and her mother and father-in-law, Carolyn and Allan Sittnick of Green Valley, Arizona. She was preceded in death by her mother and father, Dorothy and Murray Brier. To honor Joyce and her heroic effort to overcome breast cancer, contributions can be made to the Susan G. Komen Foundation, or The Guide Dogs for the Blind. The family will hold a small private memorial.

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Published by Marin Independent Journal on Nov. 6, 2011.

Memories and Condolences
for JOYCE BRIER-SITTNICK

11 Entries

November 3, 2011

Pete and family, I am so so sorry to hear about Joyce. I learned so much from her back in the day. She was so strong and so dependable. My thoughts are with you.
Linda Bullard Stoich

Stephanie Rhoads-Bickham

November 3, 2011

Dear Pete, Josh, and Family:
So very sorry for all to lose one great lady in Joyce. Such a difficult disease for her to experience- I hate hearing that she lost her battle.
We were all lucky to have been touched by her life.
Much love and healing to you all. Stephanie Rhoads-Bickham (& Rodger)

November 2, 2011

Pete, my thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family in this difficult time. All your Houlihan's friends are with you in spirit.
Jeff Trent ( Atlanta, Ga.)

michele bellamy

November 2, 2011

Peteski and Family,
I know Joyce was a true Pink Warrior as she fought her courageous battle! I fondly remember our Houlihan days like they were yesterday! Take care of yourself.
Lance and Michele Bellamy

Kat (Brown) Wright

November 2, 2011

Pete, Josh and family, I was so sorry to hear about Joyce. She was such a wonderful woman! My thoughts are with all of you during this difficult time. I hope you find comfort in one another.

Rick Davis

November 1, 2011

Hi Pete, My heart goes out to you and your family. Joyce was a beautiful lady and will be missed.
Please take care,
Rick & Sue

Andrew Freeman

October 31, 2011

Hey Pete -- I was so sorry to hear the news about Joyce. My thoughts are with you and your family at this very difficult time. Andrew Freeman

Trish Oakley

October 31, 2011

Dearest Pete: All of Joyce and your long-time friends from the Houlihan's days are thinking of you both and wishing you comfort. Believing that Joyce is no longer with us is very difficult to comprehend, but I take a little comfort in the thought that Fred & Roger and Frank, too, were there to greet her!

Lysa Lewin

October 30, 2011

So sorry for your loss. Joyce had a heart of gold and a smile that made everyone around her smile...a true friend to all who had the pleasure of knowing her. My thoughts are with the family.

Susan Dendrinelis

October 30, 2011

Dear Pete, Josh, Grace, Jared and Adam,
So sad to hear of the loss of Joyce. Anyone who knew her would agree that she could light up the universe with her cheerful personality and kindness towards others. Her memory will always bring a smile to my face. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time. Love, Susan, John and Lauren

sheila Evans

October 29, 2011

Pete, Death leaves a heartache no one can heal
Love leaves a memory no one can steal.
With the most heartfelt condolences.
Sheila, Brad & Cash Evans

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