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Lori Joyce Obituary

Joyce, Lori "Suzy" Lori "Suzy" Joyce, age 51, passed away on January 7, 2013 after a valiant ten year battle with cancer - a bright ray of sunshine was lost. Born on March 6, 1961, Lori was a beautiful, free-spirited, irrepressible force that touched the lives of everyone she met and will continue to live in our hearts and fond memories forever. Survived by her adoring husband of thirty-two years, Fred; daughter Stephanie, father Jim Smalley & wife Carin, mother Joyce Saban, sisters Cathy and Dawn, brothers Jimmy and Camron. She loved fishing, painting, crafting and accessorizing. She was unique in everything she did and brought huge laughter, smiles and mischief wherever she went. Memorial Service and visitation is Saturday, January 12 at Gee & Sorensen in St. Petersburg. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Moffitt Cancer Center or Suncoast Hospice Woodside.

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Published by Orlando Sentinel on Jan. 10, 2013.

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Sarah smalley

January 4, 2021

I miss Suzy sooooo much, wish she was here with us. Taken to soon.

Sam and Tammy Johnson

January 14, 2013

We was deeply saddened to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Connie Riney

January 11, 2013

I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your daughter. Nothing is harder than losing a child. I have lost both of mine-one to cancer 5 yrs. ago at 38. I wish that I could ease you pain, but know that many prayers will come from Ky. In case you don't remember my name, I was you mail carrier.????

Martha McBride

January 11, 2013

My deepest sympathy and prayers for healing peace for you, Fred, and all of your family. I saw Lori's photo and it brought shock of course, but it also brought fond memories of her wonderful smile and kind disposition when she would come into East Lake Animal Clinic with Hailey and Cotton. I am honored to know both of you and to have cared for your 4-legged kids. I certainly hope that you remember me and know that I will keep you all in my thoughts.

Peace to you all,
Martha McBride

January 10, 2013

my heart goes out to you fred and stef lori was one of a kind and we will miss her .all our love rusty & sherry

sarah smalley

January 10, 2013

We had a great time with you,our lives are better because you where in it. James will miss his aunt who made him laugh and always had some kind of surprise for him.I love you.

Sondra Marshall

January 10, 2013

Jim and family,
We are so sorry to hear of Suzy's passing.Although we never got to meet her, we felt we knew her thru you, Jim.
She is a beautiful woman, and must have had a personality like you. God be with you and your family as you go thru the next few days and the years that follow. You can be assured that although she has passed, she is no longer in pain and in a much better place than we are. God bless,
Sondra, Ronnie & Dallas Marshall
(Harrodsburg, Ky).

Cheryl Long

January 10, 2013

Lori was an amazing women. She was a true friend. She made everyone laugh and feel good about themselves. She will be sorely missed by everyone that ever came in contact with her. Prayers for Fred, Stephanie and the rest of Lori's family. RIP Lori until we meet again!!!

Cathy Eissler

January 10, 2013

Lori will certainly be missed by many. She had an infectious laugh that I still hear :) Prayers for comfort and healing for Fred and Stephanie, and the rest of Lori's family.

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