Joyce Dean Edwards Obituary
It is with sadness that the passing of Joyce Dean Edwards of Conover, North Carolina is shared. Joyce, born on April 10, 1940, passed away on October 1, 2026. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Olan Hartsoe and Moena Gilland Hartsoe; her husband Billy Sigmon Edwards; and her siblings, Wade Hartsoe, Junior Hartsoe, Nancy Hartsoe Smith and Jean Crouse.
She is survived by: her children, Jerry Hoke (Gayle) and Ann Canipe (Robert); her grandchildren, Kristian Canipe, Cory Allen Hoke and Samantha Lynn Church; and her great grandchildren, Samuel Canipe, Kathryn Canipe, Bella Church and Mariana Church.
A memorial gathering was held on Saturday, October 10th 2026 at 4:00 PM at the Drum Funeral Home (509 1st Ave S, Conover, NC 28613).
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Cardinal Care Hospice.
