Joyce (Evelyn) Merriam McLane, 88, of North Troy, VT, passed away peacefully on June 12, 2024, at Keystone Place in Bourne, MA. Joyce was born April 23, 1936, in North Troy, VT to Carl and Maude Merriam.
Joyce taught Mathematics at the University of Vermont for 4 years and part-time at Trinity College in Burlington, VT. Her passion for teaching extended beyond the classroom as she later in life volunteered for Elder Services, teaching Osteo exercise classes at the Cataumet Methodist Church and the Elizabeth Seton Church.
Joyce will be remembered for her devotion to her family. She is survived by her loving children, Alan McLane of Mashpee, and Amy Santucci and her husband Bert Santucci of Buzzards Bay. In addition to her two children, Joyce is also survived by her 5 grandchildren, Alex McLane, Nicolas Santucci, Tyler Santucci,Johnathan Santucci, and Bridget McLane. Sister-in-law, Betty McLane, and many nieces and nephews. Joyce is preceded in death by her husband of 48 years, Winfred H. McLane, brothers Wesley Merriam and Mervin Merriam both of VT.
A woman of faith, Joyce worshiped at Cataumet Methodist Church.
In addition to raising her family and volunteer work, Joyce found joy in spending time with her friends and family, especially her children and grandchildren. Joyce also enjoyed spending time on the canal, playing dominos, and going out to eat with her friends. Her kindness, generosity, and love will be deeply missed by all who knew her.
There will be a funeral service on Thursday, 6/20/24 at 10 AM at the Cataumet Methodist Church in Cataumet, MA.
She will be interred at the Massachusetts National Cemetery in Bourne. Burial will be private.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Cataumet Methodist Church, P.O. Box 812, Cataumet, MA 02534.
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