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Kit Hansen
January 13, 2022
My condolences to Joyce's family and all the wonderful people at Sendaishi Pet Resort. I have been taking dogs there for decades. Joyce was helpful in advising me about my dogs with arthritis. She understood her clients, both people and animal, well. So sorry for you all.
michael turner
January 12, 2022
Peg Hatfield told me today that Joyce passed away.
I am so sorry to hear that.
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Mary Pollock
January 8, 2022
I am so sorry to read of Joyce's passing. She was so helpful to me through the years with my beloved Golden and later Pomeranians. No one knew dogs like Joyce and she was so spot on with her insight and suggestions. Rest in peace dear lady.
Sheila Pelletier
January 8, 2022
Joyce was such a lovely lady and so dedicated to the dogs she cared for. We enjoyed her company over the years our little guy went there. Deepest sympathies to all
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Greg & Cindy Barker
January 7, 2022
Bill & Family, So sorry to hear about Joyce's passing. She is in our memories as a lovely, energetic and caring person
Maryellen Manatrey
January 6, 2022
What a lovely lady! I'm so sad to hear of her passing.
Donna DePedro
January 6, 2022
Sincere condolences Bill, Lenka and the Sendashi family
I'll remember Joyce fondlyI loved when she asked me about my dancing
Susan Gudheim
January 6, 2022
What a wonderful person - one of the nicest we ever met. We will miss her. Susan Gudheim and Arthur Schwartz
Susan Conant
January 6, 2022
The world is a colder place without Joyce's warmth and kindness. Bill, I am so sorry for your loss.
Vicki McKinney
January 6, 2022
I can still hear Joyce's girly giggle in my head, the one that so belied her courage and strength of will. She ran the boarding kennel with integrity and a fierce commitment to excellence, and I often enjoyed visiting and occasionally helping out with an eye clinic or some other event. She was my go-to expert when I couldn't quite pin down what was wrong with a dog. We met at a dog show in the mid-90s, and she took pity on my obvious inexperience. She helped me groom, show, and get nice photos of my dog (even though we were technically competitors). When we moved to NH a few years later, Bill and Joyce became our guides, mentors, and dearest friends. We spent many happy times together mushing, paddling, listening to music, going to dog shows and just talking. Indeed, on one memorable road trip to Virginia, Joyce and I talked so much that I lost my voice for weeks! She was so proud of gaining her canine rehabilitation certification, and launched into its practice with gusto. The NH and northern MA dog community lost a great resource when she became too ill to work. Those of us who knew her well have lost even more. Godspeed, Joyce.
Ashley (Blair) Rioux
January 6, 2022
So sad to hear of Joyce's passing. I have very fond memories of her and working at Sendaishi. She taught me so much and I respected her greatly. Thinking of you Bill during this trying time, God has a special place for her in Heaven and I'm sure she is surrounded by all her Malamutes.
Richard Rogers
January 5, 2022
So sorry to learn of Joyce's passing. We were classmates at Manchester West, Class of 1971. I knew Joyce to be a great person and a friend. I also knew her at Amoskeag Banks when I was a bank examiner in the 1980's. Please accept my condolences on your loss.
DAVE AND DONNA VACHON
January 5, 2022
OUR SINCERE CONDOLENCES TO YOU BILL , OUR YEARS BRINGING SNEAKERS TO THE KENNEL AND TALKING WITH YOU AND JOYCE WERE THE BEST , WE WERE SO COMFORTABLE LEAVING OUR ANIMALS WITH YOU GUYS , PLEASE KNOW YOU ARE IN OUR THOUGHTS .
Jane Drewniak Clutterbuck
January 5, 2022
It was so sad to hear of Joyce's passing. I had worked with Joyce back at Amoskeag Bank when Sendaishi was her part time job. Nothing was ever part time for Joyce. I then went on to send my labs for years to Sendaishi and always loved catching up with Joyce on drop off and pick up. Rest In Peace Joyce
Dick Horan Horan
January 5, 2022
So very sorry for your loss Bill
you two were a force & the love for people & pets was clearly visible where ever you went
We all admired the way you stuck together through her illness
you are in my prayers my friend
Claudia Grilli
January 5, 2022
Thinking of you Bill during this sad time.
NICOLA & STUART - SLEDOG
January 5, 2022
So very sorry Bill, for the loss of your beautiful, Joyce. Our thoughts are with you at this terribly sad time. Joyce will be very missed in the Malamute world, after all you both did for the breed. Take care of yourself, Bill. Sending best wishes.
Tom Knoll
January 4, 2022
Our deepest sympathy for all the people Joyce has touched and influenced over the years.
Joyce was always a positive person and l always looked forward to the shows where her and Bill would be participating.
You will long be remembered for your intellect, sportsmanship, friendship, and ethics. We can only imagine the loss Bill is feeling, be we all know you are again free and now able to sore at God's side.
Molly Harris
January 4, 2022
When I met Joyce in 2015 I was an employee at Sendaishi. Joyce had already began her fight with Alzheimer's Disease but she never failed to walk down to the kennel to clean each morning. She was a very hard working woman with an obvious passion for animals. For 6 years I have listened to countless customers tell me stories about how much they loved Joyce and appreciated all of the extra work she put in to ensure each pet was happy and comfortable, from hand feeding dogs to even taking some home! Joyce's love for animals and impressive work ethic really shows through in the business she and her husband Bill built. I will always be grateful for the dog knowledge and life lessons I have learned from Joyce and Bill in my time at Sendaishi.
Cousin Donna Scott-Hober
January 3, 2022
Those we love don't go away.
They walk beside us every day.
Unseen, unheard, but always near.
Still loved, still missed and always dear.
BillJoyce had a remarkable life with you.
Keeping you in my prayers. Peace
Mary Pasquarello
January 3, 2022
Sorry to hear this news and pray for you Bill along with your family. Joyce was a lovely lady and a gracious person to compete against in the dog ring.
Mary Ann Pasquarello, Yupik Kennels, Glenmoore, Pa
Bonnie McMahon
January 3, 2022
Joyce you were an awesome and amazing person. Your love for your dogs and dog shows was evident in your enthusiasm and that huge smile you always had on. You will be missed by so so many and the love and devotion you and Bill had for each other will forever be etched in all of our hearts RIP lovely lady ❤
Larry/Jo Ann Krause
January 3, 2022
Our thoughts of love are with you, Bill. Cherish your memories of a truly wonderful person who we remember fondly. We are so very sorry for your loss. You were a wonderful care taker. Take care of yourself. Larry and Jo Ann Krause
Adele MacGillivray
January 3, 2022
The world is a smaller place to have lost such a tremendous, vibrant spirit. So generous, so gentle, so joyous; an open heart waiting for all to enter. Bill, I am so sorry. She was special. She will be missed.
george meyers
January 3, 2022
My thoughts and prayers are with you both.
I have been blessed with your friendship.
Terry Becker
January 3, 2022
Joyce will surely be missed in the Malamute community. She was so knowledgeable and helpful to me as a newbie back in the 90's. The last few years were so cruel to her but she endured with Bill's help. I am so sorry for your loss, Bill . I know it was difficult but you stuck with her. Her spirit will always be with you and all the dogs.
Laurie Mcaree
January 3, 2022
What a beautiful lady , she was such an inspiration to all . My thoughts are with Bill. She will be missed ❤
Lee Gallagher
January 3, 2022
Bill , my deepest condolences. I knew Joyce only as a voice on the phone I worked for you in late 86-87 with a co worker named Angela. Joyce was still at the bank , but I often spoke with her on the phone ,when something was going on in the kennel and you were not available. She was always very kind and helpful to me . I believe I met her once briefly when she was checking on the Malamutes.. good good memories of working there ..Again so sorry Bill..
Doug Terry Rasp
January 3, 2022
Bill, my memory as cousins. As kids we played at the Stein Farm as kids, Easter Sundays was the best looking for eggs, running around with Joyce's collie, we went thru high school together and graduated, meeting at Dunkin' Donuts in Manchester where she worked, meeting with Joyce at the bank when I returned home from the military, knowing Joyce was such a hard worker. Then the two of you opened the kennels and building the business into a huge success. Your trips to the lake. It is comforting to know that Bill cared so deeply for Joyce as a wife and cared for her so deeply thru her illness. A quote that fits. (Learning that death ends a life but not the relationship keep the memories) as we all will. Our condolences as you grieve Love Doug and Terry
Sharon Robinson Robinson
January 3, 2022
Dear Bill, I knew Joyce through showing Malamutes at various specialties over the years. I was saddened to hear of her alzheimer's diagnosis (my father passed from the same) and the shared experience often made me think of you both - even though we were just acquaintances. Please accept my sincerest condolences. Rest peacefully, Joyce.
Laurie Farrell
January 3, 2022
Joyce was a loving kind and , oh so generous lady. She opened my world to the wonders of malamutes and sled races and shows! She was always ready to help anyone with their pets and was always learning to improve her talents. She was a wonderful person and will be fondly remembered ...and missed greatly! Rest in peace Joyce and enjoy being reunited with your wonderful Malamutes.
Ian Luke Luke
January 3, 2022
It was a privilege to have Joyce show dogs to me a decade ago. A gracious lady, a loss to the Malamute world, and the world in general.
Laurie Wells
January 3, 2022
I was only 13 when we met and you have been a big sister and friend since. I remember well that very first show with Cricket where I showed her for you. You always said I was the one that got you hooked. Our trips to Nationals and to Westminster are memories I will hold dear and will warm my heart for years to come. Rest In Peace my dear friend.
Bill, know you are in my thoughts. If you need to talk or if you need anything else I'm here for you.
Love you both.
Shelley Turner
January 3, 2022
We first met Joyce at the Gettysburg specialty, it was that last drink she came back and had with us that saved Jazz's life that night. I remember Joyce telling me the next day because she had come back and had another drink with us she had gone afterwards and rechecked the dogs. We then visited Sendaishi and met Bill, this was the start of our trips out to Chinook kennels, which will always hold a special place in our hearts.
One of my fondest memories of Joyce was at the Oconomowoc specialty when she came out for dinner with a bunch of rowdy Aussies and Canadians, I will always remember her laughing and smiling.
Over the years we became friends with Vicki and Dave and enjoyed some wonderful visits to Sendaishi with them, one of the highlights was taking Joyce to Vicki and Dave's place in Rhode Island and spending a great day out in town and lunch at an Irish Pub.
Joyce, we will miss seeing you again, you and Bill bred some of the best malamutes I have ever seen and I remember them all fondly.
Rest in peace lovely lady with your beautiful malamutes and pug.
Our deepest condolences to Bill xx
Merv and Shelley Turner
Pearcedale, Victoria, Australia
Lara McDonald SalemRyder McMead on Facebook
January 2, 2022
What a life she lived. Bill, your commitment to Joyce is something to be commended. True life partners. Take care.
Terry Bee
January 2, 2022
My deepest sympathies Bill on your loss of Joyce. I always loved seeing you both at shows and talking to Joyce. She was always so gracious and knowledgeable. She will be missed.
Becky and Bruce Montee
January 2, 2022
Bill
You and Joyce have been an inspiration to those of us who only knew you through your amazing dogs and the wonderful things you have done with them. We are so sorry for your loss
Karyn Karyn
January 2, 2022
So very sorry for your loss, Bill. Joyce was one in a million and beautiful both inside and out. We will miss her wit and humor and we have missed you both over the past few years. Sending much love and hugs. Jari & Karyn
Rosemary Leist
January 2, 2022
Joyce was a very special lady. The few times we visited at specialty shows we laughed and laughed. She will definitely be missed by all who knew her.
Jennifer Remazki
January 2, 2022
I have the fondest memories of times in the ring competing with Joyce and her incredible malamutes. When she was on the end of the lead of one of her dogs, you knew you had your work cut out for you in the rain. She was always a strong competitor with a quality exhibit, but outside the ring she was a beautiful friend. Our breed has lost a very important person who held so much influence and gave back to the breed as a whole through her service with our breed Club. She has left a legacy that will never be forgotten. Rest peacefully, Joyce, and look after the malamutes north of the rainbow bridge for us. Our deepest condolences to Bill, family and friends
Bob Oliver
January 2, 2022
Condolences.
Kathy & Grey Pickett
January 2, 2022
we knew Joyce for our mutual dog sledding events. I found here to be very charming, outgoing and extremely knowledgeable in all matters relating to dogs. Had the pleasure of attending several events at their beautiful Sendaishi Pet Resort. Her love of the world class Malamutes that she and Bill raced, showed and bred was infectious and she just glowed being around the dogs. Joyce will be greatly missed by all those that had the pleasure to meet her. Our hearts go out to Bill, but rest assured she is in a far better place and will probably be having the time of her life with the mushers that have gone before her. RIP Joyce.
Lynda Beam
January 2, 2022
Heartbroken for you, Bill
LuAnn Penland
January 2, 2022
A lovely lady gone to make Heaven even better. Bill, you are in our prayers. John & LuAnn Penland
Sandra Stikfort
January 2, 2022
Joyce, you will be remembered by me as the rock behind Bill, together creating the legendary Sendaishi Kennels to which I and many others owe so much. Bill stood by you till the last day in a love rarely seen, and an example. You will be greeted at the gates by those who went before you, many Alaskan Malamutes, and other dogs. Rest in Peace, Joyce, and all strenght to Bill
Arie Schwarz
January 2, 2022
Joyce will always be remembered for her smiling eyes. RIP.
gay kuehnel-hisatake
January 2, 2022
Joyce was not only beautiful, but smart as well. She was very respected within the Alaskan Malamute community. I will remember our last, and very pleasant time together, watching the judging of malamutes at Westminster on the Piers. Run with the wind and the snow and the beautiful dogs who await you!
Janette Mizer
January 2, 2022
Joyce, you were such a fun, caring and loving soul. Bless your soul
Leesa Thomas
January 2, 2022
I had the pleasure of knowing Joyce for nearly 20 years and was honored to consider her a friend. I've always admired her and enjoyed watching her expertly handling her dogs in the show ring. Her beloved Sendaishi dogs are behind every dog in my kennel since my gorgeous Penny in 2003. I will be forever grateful to Joyce & Bill for that. Godspeed, Joyce. You've left us much too soon and will be missed by many. ❤❤
Kendall Wilkins
January 2, 2022
I met Joyce when I started working at Sendaishi in 2014. Joyce was battling Alzheimer's at that time but was still coming to the kennel every morning and every afternoon; still helping clean the kennel. I'll never forget the second home that I call Sendaishi and the knowledge that I've gained from Joyce and Bill. You will be forever be know for your intelligence and being such a powerful woman. Rest In Peace Joyce
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