Joyce Ann Gellenbeck
Joyce Ann Gellenbeck
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She was born on June 10, 1962 to the late Leslie Keith and Donna Lou (Rardon) Spencer. Joyce graduated from Jefferson High School. She married Bill Gellenbeck on July 11, 1987 at Fort Ouiatenon and he survives. Joyce was employed by Bobby G's and Hershey Elementary in the food service industry.
Joyce loved to go antique shopping, laying out on the beach, going on mini trips with her husband Bill, and the family took many trips to Florida, Hawaii, Maine, and California. She loved being surrounded by her children and grandchildren.
In addition to her husband, Bill, Joyce is survived by son, Jacoby Gellenbeck (Kaytianne) and daughter, Ariel Gellenbeck; brothers, Larry Spencer (Angela) and James Spencer (Valerie); grandchildren, Byron Blackburn, Charlee Gellenbeck and Bennett Gellenbeck. She is preceded in death by her parents.
A Celebration of Life will take place at a later date. Please share memories and condolences online at www.hippensteelfuneralservice.com
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Jennifer Leahy
January 4, 2026
I was sorry to learn of Joyce´s passing. I was a co-worker of Joyce´s at Hershey Elementary. What I most remember about Joyce is that she always had a smile on her face that would light up a room. My sympathies to your family. Heaven got a good one. Godspeed Joyce.
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Scott and Teresa Schnarr
December 17, 2025
Joyce will be fondly remembered. Our condolences to family and friends who will miss her.
Hippensteel Funeral Home, Inc.
December 16, 2025
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