Peacefully on the 11th of January 2026, at Tokoroa Hospital, surrounded by her family. In her 90th year. Dearly loved wife of the late William (Bill). Much loved mother and mother-in-law of Ivan and Elizabeth, the late Neil, and Rachel. Treasured Grandma of Laura and Duncan, Michael and Sarah-Jayne; Sarah and Nick, Hayden and Melita, and Jasmine, and Rebecca. Great-Grandma to Grace and Charlotte; Bryn and Wade; Bodhi and Marlo; Valo, Farai and Raala.
"Joyce's angel is looking over you."
Donations to the Duffy Books in Homes scheme would be appreciated and may be left at the service. A Service for Joyce will be held at the South Waikato Sport and Events Centre, 25 Mossop Road, Tokoroa on Wednesday, 28th January at 11.00am, followed by the interment at The Tokoroa Lawn Cemetery. A Livestream link can be accessed at
https://vimeo.com/1153501268/b98dae5ffcSouth Waikato Funeral Services Ltd, FDANZ P O Box 459, Tokoroa 3444
Published by Waikato Times on Jan. 14, 2026.