Joyce was born March 1, 1930 in Benton Harbor, Michigan to the late Bruno & Erma (Hauch) Hettig. She was a member of Faith Lutheran Church.
Joyce is survived by her husband of 63 years, Ervin Markwald; a son Timothy Markwald & his wife Evelyn; a daughter Tabitha Markwald; brother Darwin Hettig & his wife Gail Burright; grandchildren; Lauren Sloan, Joshua Markwald and Gabriel Markwald; and great grandchildren Evan Sloan, Leah Sloan, and Lana Lopez
A memorial service will be held 10 am Saturday at Faith Lutheran Church with Rev. Robert Benke officiating.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the charity of your choice.
Guests may register at www.grossfuneralhome.com