Patrick Charles Joyce (Pat) passed away peacefully on September 6th, 2021 surrounded by family. He was the husband of Ilona Delores Joyce (Olson) who he shared 53 wonderful years of marriage together.
Patrick was born in Decorah, IA; he was the son of Patrick Kenneth Joyce and Kathryn Mary Joyce (McCulloch). He worked in banking and data processing with large companies like 1st National Bank, American National Bank and Marquette Bank.
He was an active member of the Men’s Club at Guardian Angels Church in Oakdale, MN. Patrick loved playing with his grandchildren, catching big fish, camping, reading books, and loved visiting with people. He will be remembered most by his cheerful and loving personality and his greetings of “Top of the Morning”.
Patrick is survived by his loving wife Ilona Joyce, daughter Heather Bienapfl (Ted) and daughter Erin Piemonte (Mike), siblings Mike Joyce (Gail), Peggy Fisher (David), Kevin Joyce (Teri) and Kathy Seaborg (Scott). Four wonderful grandchildren; Katherine Bienapfl, Evelyn Bienapfl, Patrick Joyce and Samuel Piemonte.
Funeral service will be held on Monday, September 13th, 2021 at Guardian Angels Church in Oakdale, MN. Masks will be required. Visitation will be at 10:00am; mass at 11:00am, and a luncheon to follow. Burial will be at Calvary Cemetery in Forest Lake, MN.
Donations made in lieu of flowers will be used to honor Patrick’s dedication to Guardian Angels Church. Donations can be sent to Patrick’s wife, Ilona Joyce.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.WulffWoodburyFuneralHome.com for the Joyce family.
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