Joyce M. Moyer, 71, of Peters Twp. passed away surrounded by her loving family on Monday, September 29, 2014 in ManorCare, McMurray.
She was born on June 25, 1943 in Pittsburgh, a daughter of the late Robert P. and Viola S. Davis Howard.
Joyce was an active member of Peace Lutheran Church, serving as former Treasurer and member of the LWML. She also volunteered countless hours working with the food bank and Meals on Wheels.
She was employed for many years at the McMurray Dairy Bar. Following that, she worked for the Country Store in Venetia.
Joyce loved her family dearly. She took pride in raising her children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren. A caregiver to all, she was affectionately referred to as "Gram" to those that knew her.
Surviving are her beloved children, Joseph Howard Moyer of Peters Twp., Laura L. Moyer of Canonsburg, and Shonee M. Stetar of Houston; a granddaughter, Kandice M. Wallace of Canonsburg'; three great grandchildren, Allie L. Payne, Madeline R. Wallace, and Christopher J. Elton, all of Canonsburg; and three sisters-in-law, Nancy Hess of Peters Twp., Sukie Moyer of Philadelphia, and Phyllis Coennen of New Jersey.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, Robert Coennen and her husband and friend, Howard R. "Bud" Moyer.
At Joyce's request there will be no visitation. A memorial service will begin at 11:30 AM on Friday, October 10, 2014 in Peace Lutheran Church, 107 Carol Drive, McMurray. Inurnment will be private in Forest Lawn Gardens, McMurray.
Arrangements are entrusted to Salandra Funeral Service, Inc., Joseph P. Salandra Owner/Supervisor Lin Webb Funeral Director, 304 West Pike Street, Canonsburg 724-745-8120.