Joyce Kay Gassert Obituary
With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Joyce Kay Gassert in Lawrence, Kansas, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on May 8, 2026 at the age of 82. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
She was loved and cherished by many people including: her parents, James Shockey and Elizabeth Garish; her husband Arthur Gassert; her children, Kim Potter (Kevin Potter), Robert Gassert (Heather Gassert) and Kathryn Huffman (Shaun Huffman); her grandchildren, Kylee Carter, Megan Hollingsworth, Dakota Copeland, Britney Gassert, Kaden Gassert, Cody Potter, Kayla Potter, Kory Potter and Kelby Potter; her great grandchildren, Davina Streitenberger, Everly Streitenberger, Vincent Potter, Julian Lund and Saylor Copeland; her sisters, Carlyon Thomason (Cookie) and Beverly Hollingsworth; and her close friend Carlyon Wilson.
While flowers are welcome, you can request that memorial contributions also be made to Lawrence Humane Society, sent in care of Rumsey-Yost funeral home, P.O. box 1260, Lawrence Kansas 66044.
