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Joyce Yeager Obituary

Joyce V. Yeager, 95 of North Catasauqua passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family at Brookdale Senior Living in Allentown, PA. She was married for 66 years to her beloved husband Joseph who preceded her in death in 2012. Born and raised in North Catasauqua, Joyce was the daughter of the late Howard and Laura (Marsh) Danner of North Catasauqua. Joyce was employed by Phoenix Clothes and Fuller Sportswear and she owned and operated her own beauty salon in her home for many years. She was a member of St. John's UCC Howertown. Joyce was a past member of Women of the Moose and Eastern Star. Joyce enjoyed her monthly card club with her close friends and baking Christmas cookies with her grandchildren. Joyce had a warm and welcoming spirit and will be greatly missed by family and friends. Survivors: Surviving are her sons Gary J. and wife Darcell of Spokane, WA, and Jemy A. and wife Jill of San Diego, CA. daughter Linda L. wife of Joseph Gotzon of Bethlehem, and Lauralee M. wife of Dwight Lederer of Macungie; Sisters Alma and June and brother Woodrow. Many Nieces and Nephews. 10 Grandchildren and 6 Great Grandchildren. Services: Funeral services will be held on Monday, December 12th, 2016 at the Brubaker Funeral Home, Inc. 234 Walnut St. Catasauqua, PA 18032. Her viewing will be from 10-11am Monday. Contributions: In lieu of flowers contributions may be made in Joyce's name to St. John's UCC Howertown, 22 Atlas Road, Northampton, PA 18067 or Heartland Hospice, 881 Marcon Blvd., Ste. 3700, Allentown, PA 18109. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.brubakerfuneralhome.com.

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Published by Morning Call on Dec. 9, 2016.

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December 10, 2016

I will miss Joyce, who sat with me during meals. She was a strong, kind and humorous woman. My deepest sympathies to her family and friends. Sincerely, Barb Keagle

John Koons

December 9, 2016

My condolences to the Yeager Family.Mrs. Yeager was a wonderful person and friend for so many years.

Marilyn Muller

December 9, 2016

Yeager Family,

Please accept my Sympathy on the passing of your Mom I was very sad when I received the sad news. She was my landlady, my neighbor and friend I will never forget her. Thoughts and prayers to the families.

Susan Julian

December 9, 2016

Linda, Laurie and Gary...
We are so sorry for your loss. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Love, John and Sue Julian

Susan Faurl

December 9, 2016

Laura, Linda and Gary and the entire family, I am so sorry about your Mom. Please except Joe and my sincere condolences.

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