Joyce A.(Heaps) Tanner

Joyce A. Tanner, age 69, of Sylvania, passed away Friday, December 14, 2007 in Kingston Care Center. She was born July 26, 1938 to James L. and Doris (Creekmore) Heaps in Jellico, Tennessee. Joyce enjoyed crafts of all kinds as well as quilting. She was a longtime member of Shelton Park Church of God and cherished the time she was able to spend with her family and friends.

In addition to her parents Joyce was preceded in death by her son, James A. Tanner. She is survived by her loving son, John (Wendy) Tanner, Jr. of Lyons, OH; grandchildren, Marc; Susan; Jimmy and Courtney Tanner; aunts, Geneva and Gladys Creekmore and many dear friends.

The family will receive guests Tuesday from 2-8:00 p.m. in the Newcomer Funeral Home, 4150 W. Laskey Rd. (419-473-0300). Funeral Services will begin Wednesday at 10:00 a.m. in the funeral home. Interment will follow in Toledo Memorial Park.

Memorial Contributions may be made to Hospice of Northwest Ohio.