Joyce Faye Edlin, 79, passed away peacefully on October 7, 2026, at Westminster Health Care. She was born on April 27, 1947, in Louisville, Kentucky, to the late Louis A. Milton and Anna Embry Townsend.
Joyce was a faithful member of the Church of Christ. She had a creative and caring spirit and enjoyed writing poetry, crocheting, shopping, and spending time visiting with her friends and family. Joyce was also an avid collector of many things, always finding joy in the special treasures she gathered throughout her life.
Above all, Joyce cherished her family and the time she shared with those she loved. She will be remembered for the love she gave, the memories she created, and the special place she held in the hearts of her family and friends.
Along with her parents, Joyce was preceded in death by her husband, Morton L. Edlin; sisters, Charlotte Bray, Loretta Skaggs, Jean Heaverin, Mary Sue Smith and Nevada Purdy; and brothers, John Lee LeGrand and Royce Milton.
She is survived by her daughter, Wendy Hopper (Steve); son, Donald Davis; grandchildren, Isaac Hopper (Kaityln), Kaleb Hopper (Michaela), Kaelin Hopper, and Dominic Davis; four great-grandchildren; sister, Mae Lou Swisher; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Memorial contributions may be made in Joyce's memory to the American Cancer Society.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Friday, October 16, 2026, at Kraft Funeral Service, 2776 Charlestown Road, New Albany, Indiana 47150.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, October 17, 2026, at the funeral home, with private entombment to follow at Kraft-Graceland Memorial Park.
Joyce will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered by all who had the privilege of knowing her.
