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Joyce Chovan Obituary
Joyce Lee (Luce) Chovan, 75, of Toledo, passed away Saturday, December 16, 2017 at St. Vincent Mercy Hospital. She was born February 15, 1942 in Toledo to the late John and Mildred (Welch) Luce. Joyce was a graduate of Whitney High School, a housekeeper at the Lutheran Home at Toledo for 36 years and a teacher's aide at Birmingham Elementary School. She assisted in starting the Birmingham Coalition. Joyce was an avid concert attendee for artists such as Bob Seger and many others. She enjoyed bingo, camping and bunco. She was selfless, generous and loving. She loved spending time with her family.
Joyce was preceded in death by her husband, John; brothers-in-law, Larry Large and Jim Rodenhauser and sister-in-law, Yolanda Rodenhauser. She is survived by children, Lori (Joseph) Nemecek, William (Jeanne) Chovan, Suzanne Chovan; eight grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; sisters, Shirley Large and Norma (Jim) Tully; numerous nieces and nephews
Friends and family may visit the Freck Funeral Chapel, 1155 S. Wynn Rd in Oregon, OH on Wednesday, December 20, 2017 from 2-8 p.m. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, December 21, 2017 in the funeral home at 11 a.m. with burial to follow in Ottawa Hills Memorial Park. Those planning an expression of sympathy are asked to consider Calvin United Church of Christ.
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December 21, 2017
Sorry I cant be with everyone, I've been sick over a week. Every time I'd see Joyce she always was laughing, smiling, or listening intently. But always happy about life, people, or just the time spent talking or being together. Let me tell you there were quite a few! She's loved deeply by everyone she knew heaven got a special angel. Please if you could save or send me a prayer card. Again sorry for your loss.
Janet Cunningham
December 21, 2017
To Aunt Joyce family so sorry about your loss. You will all be in my Prayers I'll always remember her sense of humor. Love ❤ Janet from bunco the good old days. God Bless You Forever
Aunt Joyce with daughter Suzie, Nieces: Stacey and Shannon Zsiros and Michelle Ball
Shannon Zsiros
December 20, 2017
I will greatly miss Aunt Joyce. She was a very special lady with a spunky personality. I will miss her laugh and sense of humor. Aunt Joyce always brought love and warmth to a room. I love you all and wish that I could be with you during this difficult time. Sending my thoughts and prayers from Arizona. LoveYas, Shannon
Linda Cook
December 18, 2017
Lori and Bill And Susie, You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Your mom was a very special lady. I was blessed to have known her for most of my life. I will remember her sense of humor and her smile.
barbara metz
December 18, 2017
so sorry for the loss of your granma joyce sharninghouse take care xx
cindy wade
December 18, 2017
So sorry for your loss. I will miss her and her sence of humour.I loved her when she worked @ the luthern home
Melodie Hamilton
December 18, 2017
I am so sorry for the loss of another great resident of birmingham.joyce was like an aunt to me.she always had a huge smile on her face.will miss her.RIH.Joyce.
James Medlen
December 18, 2017
Always had fond memories of you and my grandma at the old folks home. You were always such a happy person. God bless - James Medlen
Thomas and Krista Zsiros
December 17, 2017
I will always remember going to my Aunt Joyce and Uncle John's house to visit. So many years of good times and family gatherings,especially during the holidays and hunky fest. Our deepest sympathy. Love, Tom and Krista
Michelle & Rick
December 17, 2017
My deepest condolences to Jocelyn Perry and her entire family during this difficult time. Your Granny may have left this physical world, but her Spirit will ALWAYS be with you all!! Sending Hugs, Love
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