Irene Joyce Kinch

Mar. 16, 1927 - Aug. 1, 2023 (96 years young)

Joyce was born on the family farm near Bede, Manitoba. She was the 9th of 10 children and is pre-deceased by her parents, Hugh and Ethel Gagnon, as well as all 9 siblings James, Allan, Lon, Taylor, Charlie, Dorothy, Rachel, Margaret and Ellen.

Joyce is also predeceased by her daughter, Marlene (Malcolm McPherson) and the love of her life, husband Earn Sr.

Mourning the loss of this beautiful woman are: son Earnie Jr. and daughter-in-law Kimberly Chysyk. Grandchildren Cheri Wright, Kelly (and Kelly Paziuk), Niki (and John Grant), Deenise (and Darcy Campbell), Crystal (and Corey Wilkin), Lauren (and Stephan Posselt), only grandson Kailen (and Vanessa), Christina Chysyk (Jason) and Natasha McGreish (John).

Joyce was so proud of her family and often could be heard boasting, "I only had 2 children, but they have blessed me with 9 grandchildren, 18 great grandchildren and 5 great-great grandchildren". She will be missed by all, including her many nieces and nephews, cousins, and of course her friends.

Joyce was a pioneer and a matriarch who loved life, especially get-togethers with family and friends. It was nothing for Joyce to prepare a last minute feast, usually wild game of some sort, whenever company came to call. Joyce was always called upon for her homemade baked beans and buns when attending get-togethers outside the home. AND let us not forget the homemade red Merlo. There was always time for a glass or 2 .... or 3 or 4 ....

Joyce loved the trips north, for hunting the family made each year, starting in the 60's. As the years went by, the numbers at hunting camp continued to grow and Grandma, as everyone called her, could usually be found in the wall tent preparing the meals. She was definitely the Head Chef and Ruler of the wall tent for many, many years. We were incredibly blessed to have had this wonderful matriarch for as many years as we did.

The family would like to thank the following, for their concerns, compassion and help. We could not have gotten through this without you: NH Home Support RNs who came twice a day to monitor Joyce in the beginning. The care aids from NH Home Care and Comfort Keepers. Everyone was wonderful and so caring. NH Palliative Support RNs, Adrienne, Renee and Sadie. We cannot thank you enough! These services are beyond essential for those whose loved ones wish to pass while in their own home.

A special thank you to Joyce's family doctor, Dr. Prigmore and Carleen Pedersen (Twin Rivers), as well as Dr. Thwarts and Dr. Mader. A special shout out to the RNs and MOAs from Surgery North, Pod B. You are very much appreciated!

There will be a drop-in celebration of Joyce's life Saturday, August 19th starting at noon @ 5755 Johnson Road. No service by request.

Always loved; Never to be forgotten.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.assmansfuneralchapel.com for the Kinch family.