Joyce Frankenberg Obituary

Joyce Frankenberg
August 21, 1932 - January 2, 2021
Joyce Frankenberg passed away peacefully at the age of 88. Joyce was the daughter of Arthur and Myrtle Frankenberg of Chicago, Illinois, sister of Robert C. Frankenberg (Marge), all deceased. Aunt of Bruce L. Frankenberg (Kari), Blake Arthur Frankenberg (deceased), and Blair R. Frankenberg (Sheryl). Great Aunt of Reid, Kate, Haley and Ross Frankenberg. A native of Chicago who, upon graduation from Beloit College, in Beloit, Wisconsin, heeded the call "Go West."

In San Francisco, Joyce joined Crown Zellerbach Corporation, holding various administrative positions and retired as their corporate meeting planner.

After Crown Zellerbach, Joyce worked as a Meeting and Events Consultant, assisting corporations, associations, and organizations in shaping their meetings and events. Joyce was a member of Meeting Planners International, San Francisco Chapter, where she served on the Board.

A long-time resident of Russian Hill, Joyce served in various roles in Russian Hill Neighbors, as Co-Chair Block Party, Vice-President, and Co-Chair of Social Activities. She also had an active role in the creation of Fay Garden Park, as Fundraising Chair and Vice-President of Citizens Committee of Fay Park.

Joyce served as a docent at the Haas Lillenthal House, and served as Docent Coordinator. She was the first class to graduate from City Guides, and enjoyed giving City tours.

Joyce was quite active as a San Francisco Symphony volunteer and enjoyed serving coffee at Open Rehearsals, assisting at Opening Galas, Black and White Balls, and Chinese New Year celebrations. She also was a long-time member of the Symphony's Metropolitan League, serving as Vice-President, Program, Membership Chair, and on the Special Events Committee. Joyce was honored as the San Francisco Symphony's Volunteer of the Year in 2007.

She also volunteered at Old First Concerts, served as Volunteers' Coordinator and a member of the Board.

Joyce was a member of the Fine Arts Museum, SF Museum of Modern Art, Asian Art Museum, and Museum of Craft & Design. She loved the theater and the wonderful variety of performances from small theater groups to the established ones.

Joyce moved to Heritage on the Marina in 2017 where she made many new friends and enjoyed the staff and residents very much. A celebration of Joyce's life will be held when it is safe to do so. Joyce enjoyed a life well lived.

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Published by San Francisco Chronicle from Jan. 29 to Jan. 31, 2021.

Memories and Condolences
for Joyce Frankenberg

6 Entries

Natalia

October 24, 2022

I met Joyce at the doctor´s office she would go to. Although our age difference was big, she befriended me and we would have our Mediterranean lunches on Fillmore. She was a very kind and friendly woman. I woke up this morning and thought of her :). Thank you for your friendship, Joyce.

Sherry sandel

February 2, 2021

Glamorous,sophisticated,fun, interesting, queen of penmanship and gift wrapping. So many adjectives and yet they don’t begin to describe Joyce. She was a wonderful,loyal friend to have . The eye rolling,the smile and oh those necklaces !
I feel extremely fortunate to have had her in my life.I miss her very much

Jo Licata

February 1, 2021

Joyce was an elegant woman of great warmth, kindness and generosity. She graced any event she arranged or attended with a rare blend of sophistication, humor and charm. Rest in peace my dear friend,

carmela c gold

January 31, 2021

Joyce was a wonderfully alive person. always fun to be around. curious about people and life and events. a dedicated volunteer and always in motion. i will miss her personality and love of the people that she always exhibited

Missy Ryan

January 31, 2021

Joyce was a part of our family. Through the years, she spent most holidays with us and helped welcome 5 grandchildren into the family. She will be greatly missed. Missy Ryan

Candi Yee

January 31, 2021

I’m sorry to hear about the passing of Joyce. I was her hairstylist for 30 years. She was one of my first clients in 1965. Joyce was not only a client but a very dear friend. I made marveled at how she lived and lived life. I always told her she “helped me to grow up.” After I retired fro hairdressing we kept in touch. I would pick her up for a shopping trip out if the area and have lots lunch. Those were special times. If you knew Joyce at all she made everything special. She loved her family and treated my kids in the same way. I hope this message reaches out to her family. I will miss her dearly.
Fondly Candi Yee

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