Joyce is survived by her daughter, Julia Zielke; granddaughter, Angela Battle; great granddaughters, Lily Hernandez and Elizabeth “Elle” Hernandez, and great grandson, Colton Battle. She was preceded in death by her husband, Donald F. Fichter, and her parents, Wayne and Dorothy Carter.
In accordance with Joyce's wishes, cremation has taken place and a private family memorial service will take place at a later date.