Edward G. Joyce, age 72, of Reynoldsburg, passed away on January 8, 2012, surrounded by family. He was born to the late Edward Green and Marguerite (Eing) Joyce on December 21, 1939 in Columbus. Ed graduated from Columbus Academy, Class of '58 and earned his Bachelors from The University of Notre Dame in 1962. He is retired from Westfield Insurance and was a member of Gahanna VFW. Ed is survived by his loving wife, Phyllis Joyce; daughter, Susan (Austin) Atwood; grandchildren, Audra (Kyle) Mullins, Lauren Joyce, Gabrielle Rullo; great-grandchildren, Maria and Kaiden Eskelson; brother, Michael (Vicky) Joyce; sister-in-law, Susan Joyce; and several nieces & nephews. In addition to his parents, his daughter Diane Joyce and brother Stephan Joyce, precede him in death. A visitation will be held at the PFEIFER FUNERAL HOME, Wednesday, January 11, 2012, from 12 - 2 p.m., with a funeral service immediately following at 2 p.m. with Pastor David Conklin officiating. Contributions may be made in Ed's memory to the Arthur G. James Cancer Hospital. The family would like to thank Dr. Don Benson for his care. Burial in the Glen Rest Memorial Estate. Online condolences available at www.pfeiferfuneral.com.
Phyllis, Susan and family -
My deepest condolences are with your family during this time.
Please know that you are in our prayers and thoughts.
Emily Blackburn and family
My deepest sympathy for your loss.
You will be in my thoughts and prayers.
To the Joyce family, my deepest sympathies especially Susan, Austin and Gabby. He is in a better place where there is no suffering.
Our thoughts and prayers are will all of you,
Susan and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I hope that the wonderful memories of your father will give you peace and comfort.
You are all in my thoughts and prayers,
Sarah Kemmett
My thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of sorrow. Know that Uncle Eddie is at peace and with the lord. I have many young childhood memories that are filled with happy thoughts of the times we spent together as a family.
All my love,
Kelly