Joyce Heney

Joyce Heney obituary, Green Bay, WI

Joyce Heney

Joyce Heney Obituary

Visit the Simply Cremation - Green Bay website to view the full obituary.

Joyce Heney (88) passed away peacefully on Thursday, December 11, 2025. Joyce was born in Green Bay on August 12th, 1937 to the late Harold "Pete" and Veronica (Kustka) Swanson. Joyce enjoyed gardening, playing cards, and spending time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren. 

Survivors include her three daughters, Julia Heney, Jody (Kevin) Lamal, and Kelli (Becky Young) Heney; two sons, Patrick "Toby" Heney and Andrew Heney; three grandchildren, Erin (Izzy) Lamal, Jenna (Ben) Bord, and Kendra (John) Antonuk; four great grandchildren who she adored, Henry, Reagan, Easton, and Wren.

She is preceded in death by her parents, a daughter Christine Heney, and the father of her children, Patrick Heney.

The family would like to give a special thanks to Woodside Manor and Unity Hospice for the care and compassion given to Joyce. 

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Simply Cremation - Green Bay

243 N. Broadway, Green Bay, WI 54303

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