Joyce R. McFadden
Friday, June 29, 1956
Date of Death:
Saturday, October 26, 2024
Age:
68 years old
Memorial Service
Date: Friday November 01, 2024
Time: 10:00 am
Location: Zumbro Lutheran Church [ view map ]
Special Notes
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Friday, June 29, 1956
Date of Death:
Saturday, October 26, 2024
Age:
68 years old
Friday, June 29, 1956
Date of Death:
Saturday, October 26, 2024
Age:
68 years old
Joyce R. McFadden
Joyce Renae McFadden, born on June 29th, 1956, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away on Saturday, October 26th, 2024 peacefully at home. Joyce was the devoted mother of Sean and Colin McFadden and the cherished grandmother of Lucas, Evelyn, Georgia, and Isabella McFadden. Her gentle spirit, unwavering patience, and deep love for her family touched the hearts of everyone who knew her.
Born with a natural gift for music, Joyce filled her home with melodies from the piano, sharing her talent and love for music with her family and community. Her faith was a cornerstone of her life, guiding her every step and serving as a source of strength for her and those around her. Known for her kindness and humility, Joyce was always ready to listen and offer comfort, creating an atmosphere of warmth and compassion wherever she went.
After graduating from St. Olaf College with a Bachelor of Art in Psychology, she went on to obtain an MLS in Library Science Health Informatics. She was a Public Services Supervisor with the Mayo Clinic Library when she retired in March 2023. She was brilliant, hard-working, and well-respected in all of her endeavors.
Her devotion to her family was evident in every moment she spent with them, and she leaves behind a legacy of love, grace, and faith. Her grandchildren held a special place in her heart, and they will forever remember her as a source of encouragement, wisdom, and unconditional love.
A Letter to Grandma,
Hi Grandma, I know last night you sadly passed away, but I wanted to text you one last time. Today I am going to make by far the most big text I have ever made to show you how much I truly love and appreciated you and to say the goodbye I didn’t get to say in real life. I loved how you would send me jokes even when I was in school and I sometimes couldn’t respond. I love how you always took care of us no matter what, and “us” meaning Sissy, Grandpa, Dad, Mom, and me. I love all of the stuff you guys send us, as a couple of examples things like cards and clothing because it means a lot to us no matter what the gift was. I am sorry that you didn’t get to see Uncle Colin’s new baby in person, but I hope you get to see her in heaven. And speaking of heaven I hope you met Jesus and all of your loved ones who have sadly passed on in heaven like your mom or Muffin. But all of it aside, I love you so very much and I hope you have the best of luck on your journey up there in heaven.
Sincerely Lucas and the family.
Joyce will be dearly missed, but her memory will live on in the lives of those she touched. She was a beacon of love, patience, and faith, and her impact will continue to inspire us all.
Services will be held at Zumbro Lutheran Church ELCA on Friday, November 1st, 2024, at 10 am CST with a short fellowship to follow.
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Joyce will surely be missed. I had the honor of having her as one of my supervisors while working at the Medical Library at the Mayo Clinic. She was always kind, and respected me as a hard worker. To be happy be honest, of my 40 yrs working at the Mayo Medical Library she was by far my favorite, our personalities clicked well. My thoughts and prayers go out to all the McFadden family. My you all feel God's comforting arms surround you at this time of sorrow and beyond.
Julie
The entire Runnels family extends our heartfelt sympathy to the McFaddin family for the loss of such a kind, selfless woman. Joyce’s warm demeanor, smile and laughter made us feel immediately welcome when we became her next door neighbor in Flower Mound. Joyce was always there to lend a hand as a friend and neighbor, and was a devoted mother — you knew being a mom was her favorite “job” just by watching her with her sons. She leaves the gift of her loving legacy through her dear sons and grandchildren.
I am shocked and so saddened to hear about Joyce's sudden passing. I am sending my deepest condolences to Sean and family, Colin and family, and all the rest of Joyce's family.
I met Joyce in the late 1970s or early 1980s when we both worked with deaf students at St. Paul Technical Vocational Institute. We hit it off right away. We have remained in contact mostly through Christmas cards over the years -- especially after she moved to Texas and then I moved to Utah from Minnesota before she moved back to Minnesota. Through our yearly correspondence and through our mutual good friend, Louise Falk in the Twin Cities, I have kept updated on Joyce and your family. I can only imagine how big a hole she has left. The "letter to grandma" in her obituary was a sweet, telling example of how much she meant to your family. I know it must be an unimaginable loss for all of you. I am holding Joyce and your whole family in my heart and prayers and wishing you comfort and peace.
Diane Currie Richardson
Joyce is fondly remembered from her time here at Faith Lutheran Church in Flower Mound, Texas. I, Doris, was in choir with Joyce all the years she was at Faith; and we sang together, laughed together, and enjoyed meals together. We were all so sad when we found out she was moving to Minnesota because we knew how much we would miss her. And we did--miss her! Sending loving thoughts and our condolences to the family. The world has become a little darker because her light is no longer in it. Love, Peace, and Blessings
1 Thessalonians 4:13-20
Sweet dreams, my dear friend Joyce. <3
I had the pleasure of knowing Joyce through singing with her in Zumbro Lutheran Choir together. She was always so positive and enjoyed sharing tales about her children and grand children. She will be dearly missed ! A light in the world shut off too soon❤️.
Dear Sean and Colin,
I worked with you mother and she the best boss I have had.
She taught me so much and she was so patient with me.
I was so sad to hear of her passing she was a wonderful person, and I will miss her.
I'm sending my prayers and thoughts to you and your family.
I am so sorry for your loss. I always enjoyed on my way home from school seeing Joyce walk home from the bus stop, and always waving at her. Thinking of you guys.
Dear Sean and Colin,
I am so sorry to hear of you Mom’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your Family at this very difficult time!