Joyce married Donald Becker in 1948 and moved to Borodino as a young bride. She was a loving mother to Janet, David and Brenda. After raising their family, Joyce and Donald celebrated their 68th wedding anniversary in April 2016. Joyce was a member of the Borodino United Methodist Church for more than 65 years and a member of United Methodist Women. She was dedicated to Brenda’s special needs and care. She loved her family, Christmas, babies and had a passion for “Gone With the Wind”.
Joyce is survived by her children: Janet (Richard) of Borodino, David (fiancé Dawn Brock) of Union Springs and Brenda of Eldridge; six grandchildren: Phillip Haines (Adrienne), Jeffrey Haines (Tina), Audrey Misiano (Kevin), Kevin Haines, Brian Becker (Kelly) and Bradley Haines (Kelly), 15 great grandchildren and one great-great grandson. She is predeceased by her husband Donald, her parents Harold and Cordelia Rienhardt and her sister Norma Rienhardt.
Calling hours will be held on Friday January 19th from 5 to 7pm at Robert D. Gray Funeral Home, Skaneateles. A funeral service will be held on Saturday January 20th at 10am at the funeral home. Joyce will be buried in Borodino Cemetery.
We would like to thank Jean, Lora, Denise and the rest of the staff at The Commons for the dedicated and compassionate care they provided our mother.
In lieu of flowers memorial gifts can be sent to: Borodino United Methodist Church, 1820 State Route 174, Skaneateles, NY 13152.
To send condolences visit: robertdgrayfuneralhome.com.