Joyce attended Unity Baptist Church. Mom and Dad loved spending time in Adams County with their friends. They were married February 19, 1955 and spent almost 69 years together.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, George in 2023; son, Michael Ray Gross; grandson, Joshua Steven Gross; and a brother, Loyal Wagers.
Joyce is survived by her three sons, Wayne (Susie) Gross, Johnny Gross, Steve (Jenny) Gross; four grandchildren, Beth (Nick) Graham, Mike Gross, Rachel Gross and James Gross; four great grandchildren, Jackson, Finley, Addison and Alden Graham. Joyce was born into a family with a dozen aunts and uncles, but was raised by them all as brothers and sisters. She is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.
Joyce worked for the Madison Schools along with many other jobs. She met Dad when they worked at Gallaghers and the Parrot Restaurant. Her favorite job was raising her four sons.
Our family would like to extend our love and appreciation for the great care and concern for our father George, and mother, Joyce, to the entire office of Dr. Timothy Wourms, Dr. Sharold Goel and staff and to the entire staff at Hospice of Butler and Warren Counties. Joyce's case manager, Monica Lynch was extremely instrumental in securing help when things seemed hopeless. Thank you all for keeping mom going all this time.
Visitation will be 10am-12pm on Saturday, August 17, 2024 at Unity Baptist Church, 5960 Trenton Franklin Road, Middletown, OH 45042. A Funeral Service will follow at 12:00pm with Brother Greg Banks officiating. Burial will be at Mound Cemetery, Monroe, OH.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Butler and Warren Counties, 5940 Long Meadow Drive, Middletown, OH 45005.
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