Stanley, Joyce O. age 96 of St. Paul. Passed away Oct. 17, 2025.
Preceded in death by her husband Emory. Survived by children Jeff (Julie), Jim (Margi), and Cindy; grandchildren Nathan, Nicholas, Bryan, Brent, Leah, Ryan and Chad; great grand children Carter, Hudson, Samson, Emory, Cal, and Lorelei.
Joyce was a member of Oriental chapter Eastern Star. She enjoyed ceramics, her pets, and time on the Stanley Steamer on the St Croix
She will be missed by all that know her.
Special thanks to St Croix Hospice and Caregivers at the Woodbury Estates.
Funeral Service 11 AM Monday, Nov. 10th with visitation 10AM-11AM at O’Connell Funeral Home, Hudson. Interment Acacia Park
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