Joyce A. Heisler

Joyce A. (Christensen) Heisler, 86, of Southington, passed away peacefully on Friday, October 3, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. She was the devoted wife of Clifford J. Heisler, Jr. for 56 years.

Joyce was born in Hartford on March 31, 1939 to the late Elmer A. and Katherine R. (Waters) Christensen. She grew up spending her summers swimming, boating and enjoying the outdoors at Coventry Lake. As an adult she enjoyed bowling, tennis, playing UNO, reading, and playing games on her Kindle.

Joyce graduated from Hartford High School and worked as a bank teller at Webster Bank in Berlin for many years. She had a kind heart and welcoming nature that were evident to everyone who knew her. She was a great listener. Her family was her priority. She adored and enjoyed her grandchildren. She noticed the little things, and knew how to make people feel special.

In addition to her husband Cliff, Joyce is survived by her son, Clifford J. Heisler, III and his wife Michelle of Wolcott and two daughters, Judy A. Emerson of Foxborough, MA and Jennifer L. Heisler Lavalley of Plymouth, MA and four grandchildren, Lillian C. Heisler, Ethan R. Emerson, Hayden A. Emerson and Alexanne E. Lavalley. She is also survived by her sister, Janet K. Heneghan of Norwalk and many nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her brother-in-law, James “Doc” Heneghan.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Joyce’s memory may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association Connecticut Chapter (https://www.alz.org/ct).

A memorial service will be celebrated at 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, October 11, 2025 at the Plantsville Funeral Home, 975 S. Main St., Plantsville. Calling hours will be held before the service from 10 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. at the funeral home. Burial will be private. For online condolences and directions, please visit www.plantsvillefuneralhome.com.