Joy Stephens, age 81 of Ross Township, passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 28, 2017. Loving wife of 54 years to George A. Stephens; devoted mother of George Matthew Stephens (Nancy) of Landenberg, PA and Roberta Ruth Milavec (Dennis) of Ross Township; proud grandmother of Matthew Paul and Margaret Rose “Maggie” Stephens and Kelley Alayne and Connor James Milavec; sister of Richard and the late Peter Foley. Joy was a woman who loved being a wife, parent, grandparent and friend to many. She enjoyed traveling, cruising, playing the penny slots, reading, gardening with her flowers and cooking. Always a creative and hospitable lady, she brought “JOY” to each life. Family and friends are invited to join in a Celebration of Her Life being held Wednesday from 11 AM until time of service at 2 PM at the H.P. Brandt Funeral Home, Inc., 1032 Perry Highway, Ross Twp., (412-364-4444). In lieu of flowers, family suggests memorial donations to the Northland Public Library. Condolences may be offered at www.brandtfuneralhome.com
