Joyce Marie Bassett,
February 24, 1943 - July 31, 2012
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MADISON-Joyce Marie Bassett, age 69, passed away at her home on Tuesday, July 31, 2012, due to liver illness. Joyce was born on February 24, 1943, in Madison, the daughter of Clair and Iva (Purcell) Payne. She loved being a wife, mother, and grandmother. Joyce loved to laugh and her hope was for 'everyone to be happy'. Joyce got great pleasure in giving no matter how big or small the gift was. Sometimes the gift was just to listen to friends and family. Joyce is survived by her 'darlin’' husband, Gerald 'Jerry'; two sons, Garry (Patricia) Stiegman of Lusby, MD, and Patrick (Brenda) Stiegman of Canton, CT; a daughter, Deana (Pat) Thorson of New Glarus; three granddaughters, Chelsea Lynn (Ryan) Ihnacik of Annapolis, MD, Victoria Elizabeth Stiegman of Canton, CT, and Marisa Hailey Thorson of New Glarus; one special grandson, Nicholas Bradford Stiegman of Lusby, MD; four sisters, Norma Schultz of Sun Prairie, Barbara Haefner of Westfield, Lizzie Weger of Grand Marsh, and Helen Helms of Lake Mills; special friends, Judie Tomcany, Sue Rondon, Beverly Georgeson, Sandi and Joe Dzikowich, just to name a few. She was preceded in death by her parents; sister, Beverly Mack; and three brothers, Leo Jones, Melvin and LeRoy Payne. A Celebration of Joyce's Life will be held at GUNDERSON WEST FUNERAL HOME, 7435 University Avenue, Middleton from 2 p.m. until 4 p.m. on Saturday, August 11, 2012.
A Celebration of Joyce's Life will be held at GUNDERSON WEST FUNERAL HOME, 7435 University Avenue, Middleton from 2 p.m. until 4 p.m. on Saturday, August 11, 2012.
A Celebration of Joyce's Life will be held at GUNDERSON WEST FUNERAL HOME, 7435 University Avenue, Middleton from 2 p.m. until 4 p.m. on Saturday, August 11, 2012.
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Debbie Pells
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I will always remember her love, kindness and generosity. She has been an important part of my life since I was born and I will always have a special place for her in my heart. I know Tom greeted her with a smile and open arms. I hope we all remember the good times because there were a lot of them. I love you Auntly and "I Believe." Thinking of you during this difficult time.
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HELEN HELMS
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JOYCE, WE WILL ALWAYS MISS YOU. YOU WERE MUCH LOVED AND KIND AND THOUGHTFULL TO EVERYONE LOTS OF LOVE IS WITH YOU.
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Sharon Blaska
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You gave me many memories that will always remain in my heart.Glad you are not suffering anymore and with God our saviour. Your friend forever!!! Shari Blaska
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Michelle Handel
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Joyce you were a great lady and I'm sad that your gone but I know your going to be with god and my little angel madyson I'm going to miss you and will always have great memories of the times we were able to see you! Love you Michelle
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Carol O'Brien
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Hello Auntie- I am both saddened by your loved ones loss & happy that you are no longer suffering. You have always been someone special to me, always greeted & treated me with kindness & had a special knack for making everyone feel very special. You truly have been the special one, I love you & miss you. Say hi to my Dad for me will you?