Albert Joyce Obituary
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In 1961, Al married the love of his life, the late Claudette Joyce (Bergeron). They moved to Danvers in 1963 after living in Waltham and adopted their two children, Diane in 1965 and Robert in 1968. Al worked as a dedicated salesman at Sears in Saugus for 32 years and later at Doyon's for about 10 years before retiring.
Al is survived by his children, Diane Guarino of Danvers, and Robert Joyce and his wife Jill Joyce of Groveland, MA. He was a proud grandfather to Morgan Andrews, Andrew Joyce, Jacob Joyce, and Brian Sullivan and his wife Chelsea Sullivan of Phoenix, Arizona. Al was also blessed with great-grandchildren Garrix, Maevry, and Zevlin. He is also survived by his older brother, Joseph Joyce (age 101) of Arvada, Colorado, his beloved dogs Nacho and Fenway, and many nieces and nephews whom he adored. He was predeceased by his sister, Elizabeth Gould (Joyce).
Known for his warm and welcoming nature, Al made everyone he met feel like family. He was famous for saying he was "in the pink" whenever asked how he was doing. Al had a keen interest in the stock market and was exceptionally knowledgeable about finances. A devout man, he faithfully attended Sunday Mass and continued to watch it on TV when he could no longer attend in person. Al cherished spending time with his grandchildren and was a constant presence at their games and events.
It is impossible to encapsulate everything that Al accomplished and all the lives he positively affected. He was literally the kindest man on Earth. Al's kindness, wisdom, and unwavering love for his family and friends will be deeply missed by all who knew him.
Visiting hours will be held on Friday, January 31, at Mackey Funeral Home at 128 S. Main St, Middleton, MA. (4-7pm). A funeral mass will take place on Saturday, February 1, 2025, at 10:30 am at Saint Richard's Church located at 90 Forest Street, Danvers, MA.
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Michelle Chetwynd
February 1, 2025
I remember being a scared kid who had just moved 3000 miles from her home in High School. Mr. & Mrs. Joyce welcomed me like I´d always been around when I met Bobby. Thanks for the memories of days by the pool, Bobby having to go home for family dinners, and a safe space to be a teenager. I´m sending love to all who will miss Al. ~shel
Judee (Leonard) Southern
January 29, 2025
I grew up knowing Al as my dad`s childhood friend, a man who was more like his brother.. and in my lifetime he became my friend, too... I used to call him and we would chat together about a million things, and laugh so hard, and I would feel encouraged and blessed when I hung up the phone.
When I was in my early 30s, I lived in Houston for years (while I had baby after baby!), and I recently found an old journal from that season where I wrote, "I called and spoke with Al Joyce today... I love him so much!, and in the midst of the difficult trials I am going through, I feel so blessed and encouraged after talking to Him!"
Al had a meekness, a gentleness, and a joy that can only come from God Himself, Whom I know he loved DEARLY. He and my own dad are so alike!
I pray I will have a front row seat when he and all the old gang are reunited in Heaven one day. . . singular men, all of them!
May the Lord bless those left behind...
If you cling to, love, and trust in Jesus like your dad/grandfather did, you will have learned the most important lesson that you could from this singular gentleman whom you adored.
And God bless and keep you, dearest Al, until we meet again.
Much Love & Many Prayers,
Jack & Jan Leonard´s daughter, Judee
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Rachele Jensen (Doyon)
January 29, 2025
Truly an unbelievable person. Al was probably the kindest, honest, happiest person I have ever known. He always had a smile on his face. I'll never forget my Saturday mornings working at Doyon's as a teenager. He would always call me "sunshine" or "Good morning, Sunshine" (clearly he could see I was NOT a morning person). He always knew how to make any bad day a good one. And he had such a kind heart. I will miss him dearly. My son, Wyatt, was lucky enough to meet him, and now has such a desire to be in the Air Force when he's older. He wears the hat Al gave him almost daily. To Al's family, I'm so sorry for your loss. He was such an amazing person. I'll never forget him and may his memory live on forever.
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