Rita Joyce Obituary
We announce the death of Rita Joyce of Belleville, Illinois, who passed away on August 21, 2026, at the age of 102. Rita will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Rita Joyce to pay them a last tribute.
She was predeceased by: her husband Hugh "Clem" Joyce; her son Richard "Dick" Joyce; her father Phillip (Rose); and her siblings, Raymond Bauer, Leonard Bauer, Rose Pope, Leona Bailey, Martha Hallbauer, Edward Bauer and Sally Goetter.
She is survived by: her children, Steve Joyce (Barb), Jack Joyce (Vicki), Susan Koesterer (Dennis) and Bob Joyce (Michelle). She is also survived by 12 grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren; and nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Catholic War Veterans.
