Joyce P. Weekley, 82, passed away Sunday evening, Sept. 29, 2024, at Lutheran Hospital in Ft. Wayne, IN.

Joyce was born on May 16, 1942, in Little Rock, Arkansas to Elmer and Ethel (Blair) Cooley, both parents preceded her in death. She married Larry E. Weekley in Arizona, he preceded her in death on Dec. 6, 2009. Joyce was a member of the New Beginning Church. She retired in 2004 after 35 years at Franklin Electric in Bluffton. Joyce enjoyed gardening and tending to her flowers, spending time with her family, love for her dogs, trips to the Casino and wintering in Arizona.

Survivors include two sons, Edward E. Thompson of Roanoke, IN and Robert (Cherrene) Thompson of Bluffton; seven grandchildren and nine great grandchildren. Joyce was preceded in death by her parents, husband, a son, Johnny W. Thompson and a daughter, Vicky Lynn Thompson, two sisters and five brothers.

A private family graveside service will be held at Fairview Cemetery in Bluffton with Steve Sutton officiating.  Goodwin – Cale & Harnish Memorial Chapel in Bluffton has been entrusted with the arrangements.

Memorial contributions in Joyce's memory can be made to the Donor's Choice.