
TURNER – Joyce E., 84, of Charleston, Queens County, passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 2, 2021 in Queens General Hospital, Liverpool, NS. with her husband by her side.
Born in Liverpool, Joyce was a daughter of the late Wm. Clare and Etta (Nickerson) Wood.
Joyce graduated in 1967 as a certified nursing assistant (CNA) from the former Douglas Hospital in Verdun, PQ. She returned to Nova Scotia in 1969 and began working at the former Halifax Infirmary and then Northwood Manor. Joyce transferred to South Shore Regional Hospital in Bridgewater and finally to Queens Manor, Liverpool from where she retired. Joyce enjoyed quilting in her spare time and was a former member of the Wentzell’s Lake Rifle Club.
Joyce is survived by her husband Byron; her sons Michael (Donna) Herman of Western Head; John (Debbie) of Brooklyn and David (Debra) of Stony Plain, AB. Her grandchildren Kristin Herman (Shane Hatt), Michelle (Nathan) Croxen, Stephanie Herman and Melissa (Blake) Dickens. Great grandchildren Benjamin and Genevieve Croxen, Kenzie McPherson and Ember Dickens. Her sisters Patricia Dixon of Bridgewater and Shelley (Terry) Walker of Liverpool and her brother Vincent (Linda) of Hubley.
Besides her parents, Joyce was predeceased by her first husband Robert Herman.
Cremation has taken place under the direction of Chandlers’ Funeral Home, Liverpool, NS. A graveside service will be held at a later date. No flowers by request, donations may be made to a charity of your choice. Online condolences may be made to www.chandlersfuneral.com.
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Charlotte, Bob and Peggy Kelley
To all of Joyce’s family…Please accept our sincere condolences. May the wonderful memories of Joyce help get you through the difficult days ahead.
Shirley and Paul Neals
Byron, John and family members, we are sorry to hear of Joyce’s passing. She was a lovely woman, compassionate and caring. God opened his arms and welcomed her home, to suffer no more.
Jordan and Bella Oickle
To all of Joyce’s family, we are sorry for your loss.
Ruth Anne Zwicker and Kevin Cole
To all of Joyce’s family,
So sorry to hear of Joyce’s passing. Thinking of you all. Take care.
Gail Ellis
I send my condolences to you and to your family during this time of sorrow. The Bible gives a real hope and it promises that your loved one will soon come back to life in a peaceful paradise on the earth. (John 5:28, 29)
Kerri Nickerson
Deepest condolences to everyone in the wake of cousin Joyce’s passing. Much love from Kerri (Nickerson), John and Olivia MacNeil.
Nancy and Manson White
Pat and Family,
We extend our sincere condolences during this sad time. Take care.n
Gordon and Jackie Eisnor
To the family:Our sincere condolences to all Joyce’s family.
David & Judy Whynott of mersey point
To Byron and all of Joyce’s family I send our deepest condolences. Joyce and Byron were always great people to chat with, very kind and always cheerfull.Bless you all at this sad time.
Vicky schrader
To all of Joyce’s family…Sorry for your loss.
Leon & Norma Robertson
We are so sorry for your loss. Our condolences to Joyce’s family,
Brad and Jennifer Freeman
To Bryan
So very sorry for your loss my friend . Thinking of you and your family at this difficult time
Dennis & Sherri Harrington
To all of Joyce’s Family,
So very sorry for your loss, sending heartfelt condolences to all of you.Take care❤️
Cookie Trainor
Dear Pat and families.
So sorry for your loss of your sister Joyce. I know what it is to lose a sister. I miss mine every day.
Condolences to all the family.
Love Cookie
Angela Dixon
To John, Michael, David and your families,
So sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing. She was a very kind and loving lady. Thinking of you all,
Angela, Andrew, Emily, and Kyle Dixon
Diane Smith
My condolences to Joyce’s family. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Mom (June Smith) will be happy to be reunited with a good friend.
John and Trina Langley
So sorry for your loss.Thinking of you all at this difficult time.
JANICE REYNOLDS
To Joyce’s Family,
I am sorry to hear of Joyce’s passing. My sincere condolences.
Vernon & Joyce Hawkes
Dear Pat and Family.
So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Treasure the memories.
Tara Angell
Byron and family,
Sincere condolences on Joyce’s passing. May your cherished memories of her help at this time.
Your sister Mary Ellen and family from Manitoba and British Columbia.
Susan M MacLeod
Byron, John, Michael and famiy
I am sad to hear about Joyce’s passing. I had spent some time with Joyce in the middle of October. She seemed quite well at that time. We always had a nice conversation whenever we met.
My sincere condolences to Joyce’s family.
Judy Vey
Pat and Shelley. Offering my condolences in your loss of Joyce. My thoughts are with you and your families.
Ruby Stevens
To Donna, Michael and All of Joyce’s Family,
So very sorry for your loss. My sincerest condolences to you all.
Sending healing hugs,
Ruby
Peter Nickerson
So sorry to hear of Joyce’s passing. My condolences to the family.
Linda Williams
Dear Byron, I am sooo sad to hear that my favorite ,cute couple from the Village have been taken away from each other.
I remember seeing you both the last time at Queens General and having quite the lively conversation with you both and remember you both saying you were “Still kickin”. We had some laughs and I was so glad to see you both. The Evans
Village Shoppe Store was a huge part of my life where I met lots of sweet people like you both. I used to love the way you and Joyce would banter with each other and the chuckles we would have .You and Joyce both had the type of laugh that when you both laughed all that worked there could not help but laugh along with you both.I am sure you will miss her dearly and I wanted to let you know that I will be praying and thinking of you at this difficult time. May the memories you shared together flood your heart and give you great comfort and peace at this time. Hugs to you Byron.Take care,Linda Williams
Barbara Naugler
Condolences,s to all of Joyce,s family ,she will be dearly missed by knew & loved her .RIP Joyce
Becky Jollimore Longng
Michael and families. Sorry for your loss
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time
Paul and Shirley
To Joyce’s family: I was saddened to read of Joyce’s passing today. Our condolences to you all.
Marilyn Whynot
To Joyce’s family sending my sincere condolences on your loss. Remember all the special times spent together to help you get through this sad time .RIP Joyce
Billand Anna Cox
Byron, John, Shelly and families
We are sorry to read of Joyce’s passing, we extend our sympathy to you all.
SharonRick
To Byron and family sorry about the loss of Joyce her friend Rick will miss alot especial Rick her friend Rick and Sharon.
Karen (Rhyno) Lantz
To Byron and family, so very sad to hear of Joyce’s passing. We worked together at Queens Manor for years and I admired her wisdom, compassion, and integrity. She took cherished photos at my wedding many years ago. She always spoke of you with such love. Sending sincere sympathy.
Donna Gary and Kevin Gehue
Dear Byron and all of Joyces family, please accept our sincere condolences, we are so sad to hear of joyces passing. Joyce was a loving, caring person and always so much fun to spend time with Joyce and Byron.she will be missed by all who knew her. Love to all and hold you memories dear to your hearts. RIP Dear Joyce.
Love always, Donna .Gary and Kevin
Bernard ssnydder
Condolences on your loss she will be missed jo and and bernie Snyder
Mary and Greg
Our deepest condolences to Byron and the family from Greg and Mary
Sylvia Wheadon
May the best be with you Byron.Condolences to you and all the family.Joyce and I had some good laughs while her and I was in the hostipal.so take care .Joyce friend. Sylvia.
George and Carolyn Parnell
Sincere condolences to the family.
Charles Hunt/Crystal Tonello
So terribly sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing. Hold your memories close during this very difficult time.
Millie Clements
To Pat and family. I was sorry to hear of Joyce’s passing. Please accept my condolences.
Anne and Harvey Heaton
Dear Byron and Family. We are saddened to hear of Joyce’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Sylvia & Mike Langille
To all of Joyce’s family,
Sorry for your loss! She was a nice lady. Take care and God Bless.
Robert & Aileen Walker
Are condolences to the family of Joyce Turner.
TONY WHYNOT
BYRON SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS ,JOYCE WILL ALWAYS BE IN MY HEART,SHE WAS A GREAT SOUL
Frank and Darlene Vaughn
Our deepest condolences to the family.
Randi Dickie
Dear Family of Joyce,
I am sorry to hear of Joyce’s passing . It was a pleasure to have worked with Joyce at Queens Manor . We often chatted in the latter years as we frequently saw each other in the grocery store .
My sincere condolences and warm thoughts to you
Randi
Lesley Borden and Andrew MacDougall
Very sorry to hear of Joyce’s passing. Our thoughts are with Byron and family.
Rose Starzomski
Dear family of Joyce.
My sympathies to you. I worked with Joyce at Northwood. I can see her” flying in “ to the unit. We had lots of good chats- my being from Milton sealed the deal. (McKnight)
She was a very caring and competent lady with a great smile .