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JOYCE - Father Thomas, aPassionist Priest, died February 7, 2014 at Immaculate Conception Monastery. He was 73. Anative of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, he served as Vice-Director and Director of Passionist students and as Provincial Consultor of the Province of St. Paul of the Cross. He served the people of Immaculate Conception Monastery Parish for five years asassociate pastor and as Pastor for 22 years until his retirement and appointment as PastorEmeritus in 2007. He entered the Passionists in 1961 and wasordained a priest in 1969. He loved the parishioners he served "My goal is to appreciate their ethnic diversity but I try to get people working together. Not just "we" and "they", I have really tried to emphasize "us." Visitation: Tuesday 2-5 and 7-9 PM with a Tuesday night Vigil Mass at 8 PM at Immaculate Conception Monastery Church in Jamaica. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 11:00 a.m., Wednesday February 12 with burial at the Monastery Cemetery. Pre-deceased by his brother James (1990), he is survived by two brothers, Kevin (Maggie) and John (Maureen) and sister Patty (Harvey) Klein. Bernard Dowd Funeral Home, 16520 Hillside Ave Jamaica, NY 11432. Phone: 718-739-8117

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Published by Newsday on Feb. 11, 2014.

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Glenn Munro

December 11, 2023

Fr. Joyce was not only a great priest, but a great "guy" . His demeanor was so relatable to almost everyone he met. He would help anyone at any time, he did for me and my wife. Not only a loss for me personally, but for the entire parish. Rest easy Fr. Joyce and Let's go Yankees !!

Br, Leo Di Fiore, C.P. Director Emeritus Passionist Overseas Missions

June 13, 2015

Br. Leo DiFiore, C.P. Director of Passionist Overseas Missions

Br. Leo Di Fiore, C.P.

March 20, 2015

Richard S.

February 13, 2014

Thank you Father Tom for everything you have done for this parish and all the individuals you have created a personal and lasting relationship with. I personally will forever remember how you were such an constant image and figure of what God's love and compassion can be. Immaculate conception will always be grateful for your service. I will always remember you and your ability to make people feel special and important to you. I pray that in heaven you are praying for all of us as we are for you, with a huge Tv to watch your Yankees. Father Tom...our Pastor...our Leader...Servant of God...Well done.

Art and Joan Blumer

February 12, 2014

Dear John and Maureen, Laura and all the Joyce Family,

Our condolences for your loss. I always enjoyed talking to Father Tom at the family gatherings. We send all of you our prayers. May the Lord Bless you and Keep you and let His Face to shine upon you.+

Al & Sandy Spencer

February 12, 2014

Our deepest sympathy to the whole family. So sorry for your loss. Take Care!

February 12, 2014

Saint Justin Class of 1958 has been notified of the passing of The Reverend Thomas Joyce, C.P. My condolences and and deepest sympathy.
Rich Carmassi
1958 Classmate
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Sheila Doran-Benyon

February 12, 2014

Tom was a fun-loving delightful friend; he was 2 years ahead of me at St. Justin's and many a day we spent talking in the hallway of the second floor as he "did his duties" being a hall monitor! Guess he polished his "confessional and counseling" skills early on...! I am sorry for your loss; his life was full and accomplished. To read the obit was indeed a comfort and a tribute to a life well lived. sheila doran-benyon

Mark Mastandrea

February 12, 2014

Tom was a classmate at St.Justin High School,

During those high school years that I knew him he was a mature, pleasant, and all around great person.

He will be deeply missed and lead an exemplary life.

We will keep him in our thoughts and prayers.

Mark and Ellen Mastandrea

The Sam Family

February 12, 2014

Kevin , Maggie and family, we offer our deepest sympathies to you and the rest of your family.
May Father Thomas's memory be eternal

Mary Lombardi

February 12, 2014

Many years ago, Father Tom was a strong and kind guiding influence among the teens in our parish- I have often thought of him over the years as someone who helped me get a good start in life. He was truly a good shepherd.

Pat O'Brien

February 11, 2014

Father Joyce was a classmate at St. Justin's H.S and our paths crossed in Jamaica, NY at the ordination of Father Jim O'Shea. He made it seem like we had stayed close since our graduation. I am certain he touched the lives of many and helped them to see Jesus in all of their neighbors.

Karen Dollens

February 11, 2014

John and Maureen,
My deepest sympathy for you loss. I never met him, but I am sure he was a wonderful person to hear you speak of him. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

February 11, 2014

RIP, Father

Rich Duffy

February 11, 2014

I met Father Joyce on a retreat in my high school years. He personally took some time to meet every student on the retreat. Some weeks after the retreat ended, he wrote me a letter. I found out that he had mailed many of the other students too. He was the only Passionist priest I ever met... a beautiful man just based upon a weekend's retreat. He must have influenced many a person on this earth. Rest in peace.

Roy, Annabelle, Jolo & Nicolas Gonzalez

February 11, 2014

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

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