Joyce enjoyed reading, crocheting decorative items for her home and as gifts for loved ones and friends, spending time with her family and watching her grandson grow. She was loving, caring and kind.
She is survived by her loving husband of 68 years, Elbert Van Wann; daughter Vivian Leigh Gibson and her husband Philip Gibson; grandson Mattison Monroe Gibson; numerous nieces; nephews; and friends. Joyce is preceded in death by her parents; 4 brothers and 4 sisters.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that a donation is made in Joyce's name to:
Massachusetts General Hospital - Faustman Research. Please include "Cure Diabetes Now Fund" in the memo line. Send to: MGH Immunobiology Laboratory Attn: Denise Faustman, Massachusetts General Hospital East Building 149, 13th street, CNY-3601 Charlestown, MA 02129
A memorial service will be held on Thursday, January 24, 2019 at 2:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Navarre Funeral Home, 2444 Rollingbrook Dr., Baytown, TX 77521. Words of comfort may be shared with the family at www.navarrefuneralhome.com
