Joyce C. Thompson, 85, of Fremont, OH passed away peacefully at home with her family by her side on Sunday, December 22, 2019. She was born June 1, 1934 in Fremont to Paul Shorts and Amber (Everett) Norris.
Joyce married Guy Thompson, Jr. in Fremont in1998. She was a telephone operator at Ohio Bell and AT&T for over thirty-seven years. Joyce enjoyed camping, traveling, needle point, sewing, embroidery, fishing and adult coloring.
Joyce is survived by her husband of thirty-two years, Guy Thompson, Jr., Fremont, OH; children, Mark Lippert, Rhonda (David) Gyurica both of Fremont, OH, Tammy (Anthony) Williamson, Sandusky, OH; stepchildren, Sharee Thompson, Wasilla, AK and Guy “Rick” Thompson III, Amarillo, TX; sixteen grandchildren and seven great grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents; son, James Lippert; stepson, Jeremy Thompson; twin sister, Joann Shorts and daughter-in-law, Cheryl Lippert.
A Graveside Service will take place on Thursday, December 26, 2019, 10:30 am at Greenwood Cemetery, Rice Township.
Memorials can be made to the Alzheimer’s Association or Heartland Hospice
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Brenda mills (mccoy)
I’m so sorry for your loss. Keeping you in my prayers
Cindy Notestine
So sorry to hear this sad news.Many memories of Joyce way back when.Offering my sincere condolences
Char Lopez
So very sorry to hear of Joyce’s passing…..prayers during this most difficult time…….
Jerianne Lippert Smith
So sorry to hear of Aunt Joyce’s passing. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. May God keep you all in his loving arms. I love you guys!
Karlotta Humphrey
Oh Joyce, you are a beautiful soul, I have many memories of you from over the years, you are a very important person in my life and I will cherish every one. Until we meet again, fly with the angels dear. Blessings to your family during the holidays and always
Rhonda Gyurica
Thanks to all !!!! We appricate the prayers an condolences . Mom was a good person who thought of others before herself !! She was such a great mother, she sure will be missed!! Love ya
Cindy Rizzardi
Oh Dear Joyce,
so sorry to read of this lady’s passing. I worked for years with her at Ohio Bell Telephone Co. Before I went into the business office we were co-partner long distance operators. Joyce had a lot of yearly seniority over me, and whenever I needed a Friday, Saturday or Sunday (date nite), or just wanted to be off duty on a holiday, Joyce was the first one to step (jump)up and sign into my spot. Nobody could tell a story, joke or just make me laugh like Joyce. I will forever be grateful to her for her being my coworker and friend. I will miss her, but forever have good thoughts of her in my heart.
With Deepest and Sincerest Sympathy,
Cindy~Forsyth~Rizzardi
Lorna McKinstry
Tammy. Rhonda. Mark
My brother John Lewis III and I had all the intentions of being with you today but were unable to be there. Please forgive us and know that we loved your Mother and we love all you kids . If you need us , we’re only a phone call away. My phone number is 419-307-0446.. Sending thoughts and prayers your way.
Lorna McKinstry
Tim & Judi Henderson
Tim and I would like to express our sincere sympathy to Rhonda and Dave, their children and children’s families on the loss of your Mother, Grandmother, Best Friend. A mothers love will never be forgotten. May she always be near you in your heart, thoughts and prayers. This time of year is especially difficult to loose a loved one. Try to honor her memory every Christmas and keep Joy in the season.
Terry Wilhelm
To All of Miss Joyce! What a wonderful, fun, loving person! Guy, you were her caregiver for many years, remembering when you first met her, she loved you and appreciated you through all of your years together. Mark, you were a son she always loved unconditionally and I am so sorry you have lost your dear wife Cheryl and Mother in the same year. Rhonda, you are the pillar of the family, always giving thanks to all of us. Tammy, you remind me of your Mother, always smiling and taking time to talk, which your Mother would always do for us. For Jimmy, they are now together, watching over ALL of you! What a GREAT person Heaven has gained, though we have lost, she will always be remembered by her infectious smile and wit! Joyce and I have a common bond, we are twins, something that is rare. I remember Joyce calling Grandma Evie, Cheryl calling Uncle Rocky a friend, Mom living three doors down from you all, I am sure they are greeting each other in Heaven. A Mothers love is like no other, we will miss them so, they are now our forever Angels sent from God above. God brings things to fruition, we will all be together again! Call when you can, 419 307 6792. Son of Pennie Paulus Wilhelm, Grandson of Evelyn Paulus (Ohio Bell Operator), Nephew of Rocky Paulus. Terry Wilhelm
Tammy Williamson
To Everyone who wrote such beautiful, kind, and thoughtful condolences to Mom—-
I”m sure she would of loved and appreciated each and everyone.
She is and ALWAYS will be a beautiful soul.
Thank you all so much
Love to everyone
Tammy, Tony Guy
Derek, Ryan and Jess