Joyce E. Sheetz, 82, of Coatesville, died on Monday, April 15, 2019 at the Penn Medicine Hospice Center in West Chester. She was the wife of the late Glenn A. Sheetz who died in 2012. They shared 58 years of marriage. Born in Modena, she was the daughter of the late James R. McComsey and Joy Carnes McComsey.
Joyce was an area resident all her life and a 1954 graduate of the former Scott High School in Coatesville. She will be well remembered as an Avon representative for over 52 years.
Joyce enjoyed crocheting, sewing, her flower gardens, reading, bingo and being on her IPad. She loved cardinals, hummingbirds and red roses.
She will be sadly missed by her adopted families and her extended families.
She is survived by three children; Ronald G. Sheetz and wife Jill, of Denver, PA, Cynthia E. Gibbon, wife of Randy, of West Leechburg, PA and Jan Marie Townsend and companion Fran of Shavertown, PA. Daughter-in-law, Carol Sheetz of Gap, Daughter-in-law Lisa Sheetz of Parkesburg, 8 grandchildren, 12 great grandchildren, one sister Lillian McComsey of Atglen, two nephews and one niece. She was preceded in death by one son James R. Sheetz and one brother Frank McComsey.
Funeral services will be held on Friday, April 19, 2019 at 3 PM at the Wilde Funeral Home, 434 Main St. Parkesburg, PA followed by interment at Penningtonville Cemetery, Atglen, PA. Viewing from 2 - 3 PM.
Online Condolences can be posted at www.wildefuneralhome.com
Condolences
I’m so very sorry for your
I’m so very sorry for your loss Cindy
Deepest Sympathy
I am a friend of Sara's (Townsend) and I always enjoyed seeing Sara's Gram on Facebook, hanging with the rest of us. She often made us laugh with her comments-what a great sense of humor she had! She will be missed by Sara, Kayla and all her family and friends.
Peace be with you Joyce"
Our hearts are broken and our tears are flowing! Joyce held a special place in our hearts and it can never be replaced. Not only have we lost a wonderful friend, we have lost a woman who has stepped into our family as if she belonged there forever. To the entire family, we are so sorry for your loss. Rest in peace and pain free, Joycie! We love you.
Heartfelt Condolences
My heartfelt condolences go to the family at this time of need. Lillian you are in my prayers always, but will say EXTRA ones now. Just remember they are always with us in spirit and remember all the memories that have been made. GOD BLESS, LOVE ALWAYS,
My Condolences
I was saddened to hear of Joyce’s passing. I kept in touch with her after my husband , Jeff, passed away. She was a very special lady.
Dottie Thompson
I have known Joyce my whole
I have known Joyce my whole life she and my Mom were great friends and I continued helping Joyce sell Avon at my job. She was one of the sweetest, and hardest working woman that I ever knew. Even with her treatments she was up beat. I know her family meant everything to her, and I'm praying for all of you as I know how much she will be missed. I'm so sorry I missed the service yesterday my heart is so heavy but I know she is in a better place.
I would like to extend my
I would like to extend my condolences to Cindy, Jan, and the extended Sheetz family. Joyce was a great friend and neighbor to our family through the years--and, of course, she aways made our day as the local Avon lady! May the kindness and compassion of those around you bring comfort during this time of loss.