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Joy was a graduate of Glenbrook South High School and a member of the Debate Team. She graduated from Loyola University where she majored in history and dance. Joy was a ballet enthusiast and taught adolescent dancers at the Joffrey Ballet Company in Chicago. She worked at the Glenview Park District in the Wellness Center. Joy was known for her creative artistic ability and her kindness to others.
Visitation will be held Friday, March 7, 2025, from 10 am until time of the Mass at 11 am at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church, 1775 Grove St., Glenviiew.
In lieu of flower, please donate to Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church, C/O Sister Paulanne's Needy Family Fund.
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Izi(Beth) Stoll
May 14, 2025
I love you, Joy. Thank you for teaching me how to love the world, and myself, and the people around me. I suppose we never really did figure out how - except to realize that we should keep trying, and keep learning, as long as we can. I miss you and Lauren all the time. I wish we had known how to grow up together, and built a world together. Please stay with me in spirit- I'll do my best to be strong and make dreams into reality, like you always said we could.
Hannah B.
March 14, 2025
Joy was such a light. Incredibly thoughtful, brilliant, spreading kindness wherever she went. I just know she´s in heaven, dancing ballet with the angels.
Marcella Walsh
March 6, 2025
I'm so saddened to hear of Joy's passing. We attended O.L.P.H. together. She was such a a sweet friend. Prayers for her family. May her memory be a blessing.
FranLewin
March 6, 2025
To Mia, your mom and the Bolger family,
My sincere condolences on your loss of a sister and daughter. May she rest in peace.
Fran Lewin
(Jennifer Swimmer´s aunt)
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Shannon (O'Dowd) Renfro
March 5, 2025
I am so saddened to hear of Joy's death. We attended OLPH together. She was always so kind to me and a good friend. Prayers to her sisters and Mom. Rest in peace, my sweet friend.
Rob Gil
March 5, 2025
Deepest condolences to Joy's family. Despite the many years since OLPH, I still remember how talented you were and was touched by your kindness. May His perpetual light shine on you and your family, be at peace.
Evonne Newman
March 5, 2025
Dear Jo & family,
Sending my deepest sympathies to all of you. I´m in your tap class, Jo, (Maya´s Grammy) & have fond memories of Joy dancing with us in Broadway Jazz. May Joy rest in peace, Evonne Newman
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