Joyce Madeline Thomas, 75, of Coshocton passed away August29, 2017 at Signature Health Care, surrounded by her family. She was born in Coshocton, on August 9, 1942 to the late Theodore and Caroline (Shaffer) Rine. She graduated from Coshocton High School and served as a dispatcher for the Coshocton County Sheriff's office. She volunteered her time as a foster grandparent at the Coshocton Elementary. She enjoyed reading her bible, crafting, baking and spending time with family.
Joyce is survived by her children, Patrick (Darlene) Thomas of Florida and Jacqueline (Vince) Hershberger of West Lafayette; grandchildren, Shanna (Shane) Stanton, Jordan (Paul) Pabin, Ryan (Linda) Thomas, Dustin (Andrew) Thomas; step grandchildren, Tiffany Vickers, Cheyenne Shaw, Shawnee Shaw; great- grandchildren, Zayvia, Zane, Zaxton and Zylee Stanton, Kailyn Pabin, Lilly, Talon and Joey Maple; brother, Harold (Mary) Rine; sister-in-law, Mary Jane Rine; many nieces and nephews and special friend and neighbor Lois Wright.
Along with her parents, she is preceded in death by her brother Donald Rine.
Per Joyce's wishes a cremation will take place at a later date.
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September 14, 2017
PAT AND JACKIE, I JUST LEARNED OF YOUR MOTHER PASSING AND I AM SO SORRY.
PRAYING FOR YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.
DONNA JONES
September 6, 2017
Jody Johnson
I had the pleasure of working with "Grandma Joyce" during summer school with students of Coshocton Elementary School. The students loved her and she was very kind and helpful. We will miss seeing her. My condolences to family and friends that knew her.
September 4, 2017
Jackie and Pat we are sorry for your mothers passing may she RIP Steve Linda and the boys
September 2, 2017
Neal Miller
So sorry to hear about Joyce. You have my deepest sympathy.
September 1, 2017
Patti Kinney
Jackie and family my heart and prayers for Mom passing,she was awesome ,work with her thru the Sheriff office on Squad.
With heart felt sympathy
September 1, 2017
Katina Beitzel
your in my thoughts and prayers
September 1, 2017
Dennis Hootman
August 31, 2017
Christy&mike Parsons
Jackie&pat, we are so sorry for the loss of your mother........what great memories i have with your family......I will always keep them close to my heart.....you will be in my thoughts&prayers during this difficult time......lu....
August 31, 2017
Diane McCormick
August 31, 2017
Becky & Bill Newell
So sorry to hear of Joyce passing. I loved working with her when we worked at AmeriStop.
Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
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