Joyce L. Harris

Joyce L. Harris obituary, Ballston Spa, NY

Joyce L. Harris

Joyce Harris Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Armer Funeral Home, Inc. - Ballston Spa on Feb. 6, 2026.
Joyce Loraine Varney Harris, 95, passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 29, 2026. She was born on January 26, 1931, and grew up in Fort Edward, New York, before making her lifelong home in Ballston Spa. Joyce was the daughter of John Varney and Anna (St. John) Varney.

She was the beloved wife of John James Harris, who passed away in 2011. Through her husband's service in the United States Navy, Joyce was an active and dedicated member of the Gurtler Brothers VFW Post 420 Auxiliary, a role she valued deeply and through which she formed lasting friendships.

She was predeceased by her parents John and Anna, sister Eunice Harrington, brothers, Richard "Dick" Varney and Arnold Varney, and her daughter in law Jude Harris. Joyce is survived by her son, John James Harris of Schenectady, New York.

Known for her quiet strength, loyalty to family, and deep ties to her community, Joyce will be remembered with love by all who knew her.

Joyce will be laid to rest in the Ballston Spa Cemetery in the Spring.

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