Joyce C (nee, Uitvlugt) Kabler

I am beyond grateful to have spent my formative years around such a fun and loving mom, to a a couple of amazing women. We shared so many laughs and great times at Cubs games, which I will never forget. Super grateful for a recent last hug, smile and giggle. My truest and sincerest condolences to all. How lucky to be loved by Joyce. All my love, Janis

Hello Linda; my condolences on Joyce's transition. With much love - Clint

OH JOYCE, we were so fortunate! We grew up in River Grove, where the village elders understood and appreciated that girls also needed activities in the summertime, and Filly League 16” Softball was conceived. The left side of our field was especially well covered. You played a “sure out” third base, Susie Haugen was a “well” in left field, and I did my best to secure the outs at short stop. Most evenings we were either on a field practicing or playing a game at Rhodes or River Grove grade schools. “Those were the days!” I appreciated those formative skills going on to play fast pitch in college and beyond. Further, I see RG continued to evolve and now offers several levels of Rockets fast pitch for its girls. Bless them! While we weren’t in touch all these years, we did have a conversation at a WI Badger women’s volleyball match when you attended with one of your girls. That surely was a few minutes ago. And later, I called to help you celebrate the Cubs’ World Series 2016 win. (The Uitvlugt TV always had a game on.) When I called your mom answered the phone, we had a lovely chat, and she made sure I could call when you’d be at home. “Cubs win!” Thank you for your sure-handedness, your friendship, and all the joy we shared in our youths. With love and fondest memories, Chris Frank

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family

I was lucky enough to grow up in the house next to Joyce and her family on Oak Street. Not only that, we were relatives! My dad Al was the brother of Joyce’s mom Doris. Joyce was two years older than me and was always kind. Except once when her kid sister Linda and I were walking to school and she decided to walk 100 feet in front of us because we weren’t cool enough. Joyce was smart and athletic and a big baseball fan. Go Cubs! - unless they’re playing the SF Giants. Joyce was also a great middle sister to Linda and Karen, and a wonderful daughter to my Auntie Dor and Uncle Frank, and a loving Mom and Grandmother. My condolences go out to Erika and Brenda and their families, and, Linda, Karen, Rich and Sara. I will miss Joyce but will always have beautiful memories. Much love ❤️Judy