Joyce C. Anteau

Joyce C. Anteau, age 85, of Toledo, passed away peacefully Thursday, August 3, 2023 at Ebeid Hospice Residence with loving family by her side. She was born on August 28, 1937 to Kenneth and June (Sperry) Smith in Monroe, Michigan. Joyce was a 1955 graduate of Monroe High School. She worked as a teacher's aide for the disabled at Feilbach School. Joyce also volunteered for Mobile Meals in the 60's and 70's. She worked at the Holiday Inn, Downtown Toledo for many years and then retired at 75 years old from Zablocki Senior Center as the front desk clerk after 20 years. Joyce was an avid reader, loved walking and enjoyed spending time with family and friends. Her smile, spirit and caring nature will truly be missed by all who knew and loved her.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Raymond Anteau; and sister, Barbara James. Left to cherish Joyce's memory are her loving daughters, Rachael (Henry) Gonzales and Melody Okey; grandchildren, Jade (Billy) McMullen, Richard (Karen) Gonzales, Jr., Jason Okey, Jr., Anthony Okey, Carlito Okey, Alliyah Okey, and Melina Hatfield; great-grandchildren, Hunter Lajiness, Landon McMullen, and Lily McMullen; and nieces, nephews and dear friends.

Services for Joyce will be private. Newcomer Funeral Home – Northwest Chapel, Toledo (419-473-0300) assisted the family with professional services.

Those wishing to make memorial contributions are asked to consider Divine Nursing Home, Sylvania.

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