Joyce Dunn
Joyce Dunn, 87, from Chicago, IL died on Sunday, April 15, 2012 in Chesterfield, MO with her family by her side.
Joyce was born on December 7, 1924 in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. She was raised in Montreal, Quebec and moved to Chicago in 1953 proudly becoming a U.S. citizen in 2003.
A practicing tax accountant for 60 years, Joyce started her career at Alexander Grant and later partnered with Jack Geller and Associates. An avid volunteer, she received numerous recognitions for her philanthropic activity at the Anti-Cruelty Society, Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs, and was considered the “Greeter Extraordinaire” by the Chicago Office of Tourism. Joyce was inducted into the Chicago Senior Citizens Hall of Fame in 1995.
Those who knew Joyce will remember her for enthusiasm, love of life and people, and the joy that life in Chicago gave to her. Joyce was predeceased by her husband, Vincent and her sister, June Testa. She is survived by her daughter Carrie, son-in-law Rich, granddaughters Lauren, Meghan and Callie Frey; her sister, Hope Taylor and nieces and nephews, Tom Testa, Dolly Testa, Vicki Taylor, Cynthia Hanna, Beth Fergon, John Taylor, Peter Wright, Brenda Kinney and Maureen Seeley.
Joyce will be missed by her dear friends and family. Her spirit will live in our hearts forever.
Thank you to her wonderful caregivers at Heartland Hospice, Mary and Juandell. Health at Home, Sharon, Meghan, Kelly, Rhonda, Alisha, Bridget and Right at Home, Muriel and Laura.
A Celebration of Life will be held at Friendship Village West, 15201 Olive Blvd., Chesterfield on Saturday , April 21, 2012 at 10:30 A.M. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Karen House, 1840 Hogan, St. Louis, MO 63106 or Miseracordia, 6300 N. Ridge Blvd, Chicago, IL 60660.
Cheers Joyce, we had a lot of fun together. You were the best and will be missed. There will also be a slight void in all holidays and going to the Greek Islands will never be the same.
Love, your son-in-law,
Rich
What an amazing lady.We will miss her but her spirit will always be with us
Joyce,
You will be missed by me and everyone whose life you touched. Your friendly personality, energy, passion and enthusiasm for life are an inspiration. I am very thankful I was able to know you.
Lydia
Chicago Greeter Program
My condolences to Joyce’s family. Over the years, I grew to know Joyce as one of the most joyful, positive and dedicated people to her family and friends. It was always great fun to be with her. She volunteered for the Chicago Cultural Center back in the day and we shared so many wonderful memories. Always sharing her heart, Joyce made a difference to many of the people she touched. I know that I am a better person for having had Joyce as a friend and mentor. There is no doubt in my mind God has a special place for her enthusiasm in heaven…
Joyce, You were such an amazing spirit. I will miss you and your generosity of time. I feel so lucky to have been a part of your life.
Katie Law, Chicago Greeter/ Cultural Center Volunteers
All those who knew Joyce will miss her cheerful enthusiasm, energy and smile. She was always full of life and loved her adopted city. She was so thrilled and full of pride when she became a U.S. citizen several years ago. It was such a joy to work with her as a volunteer at the Chicago Cultural Center.
Dear Joyce, you leave me with a void in my heart, you and Lee meant everything to me. Joyce you were more than a friend, you were family. I will miss the laughs, dinners and concerts etc. You are missed.
Oh Joyce….We were always so happy to hear you were visiting Ottawa. To spend time with you was to be inspired by your positivism and to glow in your gift of making everyone feel important. Peter, John, Patrick, Joe and I will all have special memories of you. God bless you
Joyce, you are one of a kind… in all the RIGHT ways. You’ll always be loved and missed.
Joyce – you were the best! Best friend, best mentor, best aunt! We had so many laughs and fun together. Thank you for your many kindnesses and encouragement. You will be terribly missed, but I know you are in Heaven looking down and guiding me still.
‘THANKS FOR THE WONDERFUL MEMORIES, DEAR AUNT JOYCE.’
DEAR JOYCE: YOU LIT UP MANY LIVES AND LED BY MANY EXAMPLES IN YOUR LONG LIFE SO WELL LIVED — FULL OF JOY, ENTHUSIASM, ENERGY, & ‘VIVA!’
DOLLY, ‘BING’ AND I WERE SO VERY SORRY THAT YOU CAUGHT ONE LAST BAD BREAK BUT LIFE IS NEVER FULLY FAIR NOR ALWAYS LOGICAL ‘N JUST.
HAPPY TRAILS & WIND IN YOUR SAILS, JOYCE, WHEREVER THOU ART AFTER YOUR DEPART[URE] FROM TIRED AND WEARY PLANET EARTH. BON VOYAGE!
TOM, ‘BING, AND DOLLY…..
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My first attempt at sending you a message about two weeks ago failed. I hope this one reaches you.
You were so full of life and energy and it was always a joy to be around you. Your absence will be sorely missed.
I’ll always pray for you and hope you are happy where you are now…pain- and care-free.
Love,
Bing, Tom and Dolly)