She was born November 22, 1939, in Akron, Ohio, to parents Charles W. and Jessie (Crist) Posey. Joyce graduated from East High School in Akron and attended Kent State University. She retired as a secretary with the Ohio Turnpike after 25 years of employment.
Joyce was a lady of deep faith. She was a dedicated member of New Testament Baptist Church, where she served on their nursing home ministry, missions committee, and music ministry. Joyce loved to bake and feed her family and church friends. She also enjoyed crocheting.
Family and faith always came first in Joyce’s life. She is survived by her children: Annette Owen, Gary Bales, Ted Austin, James (Julie) Austin, Cindy (Bob) Schmid, George (Jessica) Austin, Jeff (Tammy) Austin, David Bales, as well as her sister Lois Davis, and all of her loving grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Larry Bales, her son Robert “Bobby” Austin, her daughter Elizabeth “Beth” Bales, and her step-children John Austin and Sue Austin.
Friends and family will be received Monday, November 9, 2026, from 10:00 – 11:00 AM with funeral services officiated by Pastor Bob Burgess at 11:00 AM at New Testament Baptist Church. Burial will take place on Monday at 2:00 PM at Highland Memorial Park in Beloit.
Condolences and fond memories may be shared at www.wood-kortright-borkoski.com In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in Joyce’s memory to New Testament Baptist Church Missions Fund, 3589 State Route 59, Ravenna, Ohio 44266.
