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Joyce Akin Obituary
JOHNSONVILLE - Joyce Marie Stone Akin, 58, of Johnsonville, passed away peacefully on March 26, 2025, at Albany Medical Center. Born in Troy, on February 9, 1967, daughter of the late Donna (Nash) and Calvin Agan, she was a 1985 graduate of Hoosic Valley High School.
Joyce graduated from Samaritan School of Nursing and later Russell Sage College with nursing degrees, which would pave the way for her career. She was an RN for over 30 years starting at St. Mary's Hospital, Troy, and then on to Century Same Day Surgery, Latham. Most recently, she has worked as a Case Manager for Anthem Blue Cross, Latham, N.Y.
Joyce was a one of the kindest people you could meet. She loved to spoil the people in her life, especially the ones she cherished the most. Her children were the light of her life, and she was always present for all the important moments. She enjoyed tending to the flowers around her home, and her dogs and cats throughout the years.
Survivors include her devoted and faithful children, Christopher (Michelle Hakala) Akin and Mackenzie (Jarod) Martel; granddaughter, Camilla Hakala; and she will also be missing the birth of her two newest grandchildren in the months to come. Also her siblings, Michael (Francine) Stone, Michelle Waldron, and Linda Pulenskey; and also many loving nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her beloved brother, Robert "Butch" Stone; and her best friend of many years, Sandra "Kay" Akin.
The family wants to thank Jill Anderson and Eva Moore for helping Joyce over the last year, and the Albany Med ICU team for taking care of her.
Calling hours will be held on Monday, March 31, from 10 a.m., – 12 p.m., at the Hoosic Valley Community Church, 2024 St. Rt. 40, Schaghticoke, N.Y. 12154. A funeral service will take place immediately after the visitation, followed by a Burial service in Millertown Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Mohawk Hudson Humane Society, 3 Oakland Ave., Menands, N.Y. 12204, in loving memory of Joyce Marie Akin.
For directions and to leave condolences or share a memory or photo, visit www.devito-salvadorefh.com
Arrangements by DeVito-Salvadore Funeral Home, Mechanicville.
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Memories and Condolences
for Joyce Akin
Claire Boeck
April 26, 2025
I'm so sorry to learn of Joyce's passing. I worked with her at Anthem several years ago, and she was such a kind person and a great colleague. My heart goes out to her family.
Beth L
April 5, 2025
Very sorry for your loss. Joyce was one of my best friends at Samaritan School of Nursing. She was always ready with a helping hand and was so kind . She was taken too soon.
Catherine Herrington
March 31, 2025
My heart is broken over Joyce´s passing. She was my step-daughter´s best friend in school and stayed at our house many weekends. Such a sweet soul. She will be missed.
Matt Brown
March 30, 2025
Joyce was a very kind and friendly person. Sorry for your loss.
Michelle and Tom brown
March 28, 2025
My husband and I remember Joyce from high school - Joyce was a gracious and gentle soul and was a kind and caring person. May she rest in peace.
Michele Martel
March 28, 2025
I´m so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with the entire family during this difficult time.
Donna Blakely-Alaskey
March 28, 2025
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
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