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Joyce Wacht Obituary

WACHT -- Joyce Nolen, of Tulsa, died on Monday, August 29, 2005. She was born in Pensacola, FL on February 22, 1932. She is survived by: her husband, Walter; her children, Mary Frances Deibert, Katy, TX, David Wacht, Plano, TX and Mark Wacht, McCarthy, AK; and 5 grandchildren; a sister, Jean Strandemo, Huntsville, AL; and a brother, Ernest Nolen, Pensacola, FL. After retiring from Springer Clinic, she volunteered with St. Francis Hospice and spent time with her knitting activities. A Rosary service will be held at Fitzgerald Southwood Colonial Chapel at 7 p.m., Thursday, September 1, 2005. A Memorial Mass will be held at Holy Family Cathedral at 10:30 a.m., Friday, September 2, 2005. Interment will be at the Fort Gibson National Cemetery on Tuesday, September 6, 2005 at 11 a.m. Fitzgerald Southwood Colonial Chapel, 291-3500.

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Published by Tulsa World on Sep. 1, 2005.

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Mike & Family Wacht

September 3, 2005

Hey family,



I was shocked to hear of Aunt Joyce's passing. You will all be in my prayers in the days to come as you deal with your loss.

Scott & Maria Herrin

September 3, 2005

Mary Frances, John & kids - So sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you and your family. We love you.

Lori Wermske

September 2, 2005

MF, My thoughts and prayers are with you. I love you and if you need me, I'll be there.

Patti Wood

September 2, 2005

Thinking of you, my dear sweet, Mary Frances. Praying for peace and comfort for you in this time of mourning. With much love and sympathy,

Frances & John Laur

September 2, 2005

Walter & family,

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of sorrow. Joyce was a special lady and we will not forget her.

John & Frances Laur

Barbara Fontenot

September 1, 2005

Dear Mary Frances,



Thinking of you and praying that God will give you strength beyond your understanding. I will keep your family in my prayers.



Barbara Fontenot

Annette Walton

September 1, 2005

My Lord lift up Mary Frances and her family in this time of bereavement, I pray thine presence stay with them through this. My prayer father is for encouragement,and to know that she is in your loving arms where there is no pain or worries, just rest.

Pam Birkholz

September 1, 2005

Mary Frances,

There aren't any words I can say to make you feel better. I know how hard it is to loose someone you love and the pain that accompanies that loss. However, I'm sure you find some comfort in that your mom is no longer in pain. Love, Pam Birkholz

Barbara Chamras

September 1, 2005

A beautiful soul has left us, only to rejoice in His presence. My thoughts and prayers are for her and with her family and friends.

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