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Joyce Provencher Obituary
Worcester - Joyce D. Provencher passed into the arms of her Lord & Savior on May 16, 2017 after a brief illness. She was born in Worcester the daughter of Herman & Loretta (Laporte) Devereaux.
She leaves her loving husband George E. Provencher on the day of their 49th anniversary. She also leaves 5 children, Crystal Poole and husband John O'Grady, William Poole and wife Anne, Joseph Poole, Dawn Johnson and Robin Powers, 3 grandchildren Jason Harthan and wife Colleen, Alicia Harthan, and Angela Powers and 2 great grandchildren Ivory Harthan and Travis Clapper. Her sister Marjoie (Norma) Dorey predeceased her. She is survived by 2 brothers Herman Devereaux, David Laporte and wife Jeanne, and her beloved niece Melody Buck, and many more extended family.
She graduated Commerce High school, then returned to school while raising her children, graduating with a teaching degree from Worcester State University in 1978. She worked as a bookkeeper for many years, then went into teaching, retiring from Worcester Public Schools in 2014. Joyce enjoyed spiritual interaction with her church family, going to the casino, vacations, motorcycle rides, reading, knitting, crafting and spending time with family and friends.
Visiting hours will be from 5 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday May 24th at the Mulhane Funeral Home, 45 N. Main Street in Millbury. Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 am on Thursday May 25th at The Church of North American Martyrs, 8 Wynoma Drive in Auburn. Memorial contributions may be made in her name to The Church of North American Martyrs. To view Joyce's online Tribute and Guestbook please visit:
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Memories and Condolences
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Robin Powers
May 22, 2017
My Mom was sweet as an Angel and strong as a Warrior. Please continue to pray for us Ma. I will love and miss you always
Jason Harthan
May 22, 2017
I love you and I miss you!
Jason, Colleen, Addison, Camden Boria Harthan
May 22, 2017
Such an amazing woman, her love and guidance has been a beacon for us. We are full of gratitude for the influence she has had on our lives. She has been helped, loved, supported and prayed for our family and countless others. She will be remembered fondly by us and by many. We have nothing but love for our Grammie Joyce. The world has lost an angel and will not be the same without her.
donald russell
May 22, 2017
sorry for your loss and thank you all for the time I spent at the camp so long ago.
Kerri & Bob Callahan-Couture
May 22, 2017
My Auntie Joyce was the most amazing , caring,& loving woman I have ever known. She always had a smile on her face and kind words for everyone. My heart breaks for our family & all that knew her. You are forever in my heart Auntie Joyce. Rest in peace you sweet Angel.
Linda Harvey
May 21, 2017
So sorry for your loss. Thinking of you at this sad time.
Thelma (Aubin) Cummings
May 21, 2017
So sorry for your loss. George my best to you. The lord will carry you through this rough time. Think of the family often. God bless all of you. Love Aunt Thelma
George, Joan and Amanda Russell
May 20, 2017
So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts are with you.
Kathy MacIntyre
May 20, 2017
George and family,my most heartfelt sympathy in the passing of Joyce. May you try and find peace in your fondest memories. The loss of a spouse is so difficult to endure. May she rest in the arms of God. I know she will watch over you always.
Kim Provencher
May 19, 2017
So sorry for your loss.
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24
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5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Mulhane Home For Funerals - Millbury45 N. Main St, Millbury, MA 01527
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25
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10:00 a.m.
The Church of North American Martyrs
8 Wynoma Drive, Auburn, MA
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