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Joyce Schaak Obituary
Virginia Beach - Lakeland, FL Mrs. Joyce Schaak passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Saturday April 12, 2014, at the Pepin Heart Institute, Tampa after a long and brave battle with pulmonary arterial hypertension and COPD. Born in Virginia Beach, VA where her early years were spent in the Back Bay area. She moved to Lakeland in 1976 after her husband's retirement from the Marine Corps. She was devoted to her family and proud to be the wife of a U.S. Marine.
Joyce is survived by her husband, Herb; son, Michael (Sally) Moore of Virginia Beach, VA; daughters, Sharon Moore of St. Petersburg, FL, Donna (Eugene) Watkins of Crawfordville, FL, Angie (Andy) Resmondo of Lakeland; grandchildren, Allyson, Brad, Viviana, Elizabeth, Alex; great grandchildren, Larrna & Madalyn.
Visitation with the family will be Thursday, 10 11am at Gentry Morrison Funeral Home, Southside Chapel, 1727 Bartow Rd. Funeral services begin at 11am in the funeral home chapel. Interment will follow at Florida National Cemetery in Bushnell, FL. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.gentry-morrison.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Joyce Schaak
Michelle
April 9, 2021
I think of Aunt Joyce often. She was so special to me and to my boys. I have such fond memories of her spring visits to Virginia Beach. Many times I’ve wished that she was still coming so I could share my retirement time and my new granddaughter with her. I have such great memories that keep her close.
jessica shoe
April 9, 2019
love and miss this sweet woman so much. How are you all doing'?
April 19, 2014
Dear Herb and Family,
Wish I had made the trip for us to just sit up all night long and talk which we would have. Your in my prayers. A friend from the 50's
Love Betty
Shirley Workman
April 18, 2014
Love and miss you Joyce
Phillip
April 17, 2014
Sincere condolences to the Schaak family.
May the God of comfort be with you and
your family at this sad and difficult
time. Draw close to God and He will
draw close to you. James 4:8
Edy and Tony Rhodes
April 15, 2014
Dear Donna, Gene and Family....so very sorry to hear of your loss. We know how central Ms Joyce was to your family and that you will miss her terribly. Take Comfort in all the good memories and also that you as a family were with her in every respect until she passed. I know she felt your love and concern and that she loved you each back in a Mother's and wife's unconditional love! Also, take comfort that she no longer is in pain or slowed down by her body's ailments and can rest in peace after a beautiful life here with you. All our love and concern are with you as you go through the coming days.
Michelle Dearborn
April 15, 2014
My prayers are with you all at this very difficult time. Joyce was a very special person and will be greatly missed.
April 15, 2014
Our thoughts and prayers are with you! I'll miss "Mom" but will cherish the memories. Will see her again in Heaven! Love and God Bless! Taunia, Mike and Faith
Jessica purvis shoe
April 15, 2014
:( breaks my heart i Know i haven't been around or seen her in years but she was one of the sweetest women i know. I remember walking over and hanging out with her when i was little. She was like another mama to me.
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Gentry-Morrison Funeral Homes - Southside Chapel1727 Bartow Road, Lakeland, FL 33801
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Gentry-Morrison Funeral Homes - Southside Chapel1727 Bartow Road, Lakeland, FL 33801
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