1936
2011
JOYCE ANN (CHAPMAN) AMBS age 75 of Springfield passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, October 12, 2011 in her loving home. She was born the daughter of Rufus Lowell & Thelma (Brown) Chapman on February 27, 1936 in Sulphur Springs, Indiana who precede her death. She is survived by her loving husband of 53 years Phillip Ambs, her children Liz & Pete Priddy of Middletown, Indiana, Susan & Doug See of Springfield, John & Amy Ambs of Urbana, Jenny & Rob Vogt of Fairborn, and Kate & Jamie Wagner of Springfield, her grandchildren Jordan & Kelly See, Nichole Armstrong, Emily & Ethan Ambs, Kiley & Thad Bowman, Olyvia Ray, Jessica & Rachael Sanders, Ben Abbitt, and Grace Wagner, her sisters Nancy Cook and Sue & Bob Melton, her brothers Bill & Janet Chapman and Jerry & Debbie Chapman, her sisters in law Su Anne Simpson, Mary Lu Miller, and Janet Ambs, many nieces & nephews, and dear friends Alice & Cal Smith. Joyce was a member of Daughters of Isabella, a longtime member of Mary Help of Christians Catholic Church. Joyce was forever dedicated to her family. She took great pride in providing a loving home for her husband and children by taking care of every need they had. She will be missed by all who loved her. Friends may call on Monday, October 17, 2011 ¬5PM to ¬7PM at Burcham Jennings Funeral Home, 119 E. Main St. Fairborn, Ohio. Mass of Christian burial will be held on Tuesday, October 18, 2011 at 10AM at Mary Help of Christians Catholic Church, 954 N. Maple Ave Fairborn, Ohio with Rev. Charles F. Lang, Celebrant. Interment will follow at Miller Cemetery, Middletown, Indiana on Wednesday, October, 19 2011 at 11AM. Donations may be made in the memory of her mother to the Alzheimer's Association of Dayton or to a charity of your choice. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.BurchamFuneralHome.com e direction of Burcham Funeral Home, Fairborn, OH.
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October 22, 2011
John A. Wolfe
Phil & family - my sincere condolences for your loss. Like Sallie, Joyce always had a smile and was a caring person and I know she will be sadly missed. I will keep her and the family in my prayers.
October 20, 2011
Mike Mattingly
Cousin Phil and family,
Jenn, Annie and I were saddened by your loss. You are all in our thughts and prayers.
October 20, 2011
Jo Nell Martin
Phil and Family, We are so sorry about your loss. I always find it helps to be
thankful for what I've had. You've had a wonderful wife, mother, mother-in-law, grandma...friend. Praying God will give you peace during these difficult days.
Carl Whitener and Jo Nell Martin
October 18, 2011
Phil and family, I was so honored that I was able to spend time with Joyce at Smitty & Alic's anniversay party. It was great to be able to talk to Joyce and you all. We discussed that she was to have surgery. I will remember the time we spent talking that day. It was such a shock when Judy Yarwick emailed me. I just want you and the family to know that my thoughts and prayers are with you thru out the weeks ahead. I know she will be truely missed by everyone. Special prayers will be with you.
Dorothy Skinner ,(Springfield, Ohio)
October 17, 2011
Sandie Lewis
Jen,so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Sandie and Emily Lewis (kohl's)
October 17, 2011
Becky Black
Liz, so sorry to hear of your Mom's passing. She was a wonderful lady, and I will always remember her smiling face. Thinking of you, Becky and Tim
October 15, 2011
To the Ambs family -
We are saddened to learn of your loss. We will keep you all in our prayers.
Sue, Billy and Carley
October 15, 2011
Selena and Miguel Vazquez
Susan and family, We hope the wonderful memories you have of your mom comfort you during this difficult time. Thinking of you...
October 15, 2011
Angela Mowbray
Kate I am so sorry for your loss. Prayers to you and your family.
October 15, 2011
Angela Phipps
John and Amy so sorry to read about the lost of your mother John may god give you all the strength to get thru this difficult time and the days ahead..remember the memories and things will be better...god bless...
Angela and Don.....Amy's cousin
October 15, 2011
Are prayers go out to the Ambs Family in the loss of Joyce.
Dick & Lucille Tilson
October 15, 2011
Deb Evans
To the Ambs Families,
We are so sorry to hear of the passing of Joyce. Hold on to your wonderful memories. And know she is watching each of you from her heavenly garden. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. The Evans Family
October 14, 2011
Angie & David Jordan
We love each one of you and we are here whenever you need anything. Aunt Joyce will be deeply missed but we know she is having some awesome reunions in HEAVEN.
October 14, 2011
Sherri Otto
Liz, I am sooo Sorry to hear about your mom:( Sending lots of love and prayers to you and your family!!! God Bless You sweetie!!!!
October 14, 2011
Madonna Milligan
Susan & Jessica, my deepest sympathy in the loss of your most loved one. My thoughts and prayers are with you & your family. May GOD wrap his loving arms around you and comfort you in your time of need. With my deepest sympathy, Madonna Milligan
October 14, 2011
Rhonda Webster
Susan, Doug, Kelly and Jordan, we are so sorry for your loss. Your famiy is in our thoughts and prayers. Keep close the special memories you shared with your mom, those can never be taken from us.
Kenny and Rhonda
October 14, 2011
Cindy Sayers
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your mom. I know she will be dearly missed. Much love to you all.
October 14, 2011
Cathy Carter
Liz, So sorry to hear of your loss. You and your family are in my prayers.
October 14, 2011
Mike Maine
Kate, So sorry to hear about the loss of your mom. Just want you to know you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Mike, Sharon, & Family
October 14, 2011
Mike & Tammy Robinson
To the Ambs family,
We are sorry to hear the passing of Joyce. We know she will be truly missed. We will keep your family in our thoughts and prayers.
October 14, 2011
Lori & Jim Carpenter Family
Just know you are in our thoughts during this time of grief. We care very deeply for all of you.
October 14, 2011
sandy hatter
John, Jenny and Liz, Am so sorry to hear of your moms passing please know your all in my thoughts and prayers
Sandy(Craig) Hatter
October 14, 2011
Sherry Wiskirchen
Phil, Susan, Jenny, Liz, John, and Kate. Tim and I are so sorry for your loss. May God grant you the strength to get through this time of grief. I want you all to know that we are here for you. Tim, Sherry and Levi.
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