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1932 Joyce 2019

Joyce Barbara Russell

September 6, 1932 — May 12, 2019

Joyce B. Russell, 86, of Laconia, died May 12, 2019, at Golden View Health Care Center, in Meredith.

Born in Meredith, NH, on September 6, 1932, delivered by her maternal grandmother, she was the daughter of Kenneth F. and Barbara (Graves) Thomas.

Joyce grew up in Meredith and graduated from Meredith High School. After graduation, she joined the US Army and was stationed in Bremerhaven Germany. Upon her discharged from the military, she married the late Kenneth W. Russell of Meredith and Woburn, MA. They resided in on Ladd Hill in Meredith, where they raised a family. Twenty years later, they moved to Center Harbor and worked for the Dane Family for many years. They resided in Laconia for many years.

Joyce and Ken were well known for their dancing, beginning in the 1950's at the Winnipesaukee Pier.

Joyce was predeceased by her husband Kenn, brothers, Bernie, Wendall and Jim.

Joyce is survived by her children, Heather, Todd (Susan) and Parker. Her grandchildren, Cassandra Russell Young (Jeremy), Craig W. Russell (Kristen), Ryan A Baker (partner Amy), Jacob K. Baker (Tabitha), Jenny D. Russell (partner Alex), six Great grandchildren, Elijah, Olivia, Rylan, Keegan, Tiberius and Avalon. Her siblings, Gloria Romprey, Marion Bickerton, and Ed Sharon, along with many nieces and nephews.

Joyce referred to her at-home caregivers as her "Gals". Dora, Darlene, Sue1, Sue2, Leslie, Kim Michelle, Peggy, Alice, Nancy, and Keri. These ladies provided compassionate, loving care that allowed Joyce to remain in her own home until just recently, which was her ultimate wish.
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