Obituary of Joyce Hantiuk

HANTIUK, Helen Joyce August 5, 1940 – December 1, 2024 It is with great sadness that the family announce the peaceful passing of Joyce Hantiuk with her family by her side at the age of 84 years. She was a long-time resident of Vegreville. Joyce is survived by her loving family, children Pamela (Wayne) Zalapski, Brett and Jody: Janice: and Doug (Marek); daughter-in-law Lisa Hantiuk; Sisters-in-law Patricia Jennings and Donna Crowe; nieces and nephews Cathy (Simon) Zandbergen, Kevin (Anne) Jennings, John (Lori) Jennings, Greg (Mélise) Sears, Janna Hantiuk and their families. Joyce was predeceased by her husband Willie; son Cameron; brother Allan Jennings; sister and brother-in-law Patricia & Raymond Sears, nephew Brent Sears and brother-in-law Ed Hantiuk. A Celebration of Joyce’s Life and open house will be held on Friday, December 6, 2024 from 3:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. beginning with a short program, at the Royal Canadian Legion in Vegreville, Alberta. Cremation has taken place. Inurnment to follow at a later date in Riverside Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Akasu Palliative Care Society The family wishes to thank the Vegreville Manor and Heritage House for their care and compassion. Heartfelt thanks as well to the staff at St. Joseph General Hospital. Mom loved spending time with her furry friends and will be remembered for always humming her favourite songs.