Joyce Messecar

Joyce Mesecar passed away peacefully in her sleep on Saturday, October 26th. She was 83 years young. She was preceded in death by her parents Peter and Jane VanderMolen. Joyce is survived by her husband of 57 years, Marshall; sons Tim (Marlana) and Doug (Shannon); grandchildren Olivia, Paige, Wade, Rohwan, and Ellarie; her sister Myrna Feyen, and numerous nieces, nephews, and friends.

Joyce was born in Grandville, MI and spent the majority of her life in Grand Rapids communities, such as Middleville and Caledonia. For the last two years she resided at Brookdale Montrose in Akron, Ohio where she was lovingly known for her artistic talents as the lady who painted rocks.

Joyce earned her Bachelor’s degree from Hope College and her Master’s degree from Western Michigan University. She started her career as a teacher and then transitioned to raising her family and volunteering.

  Joyce enjoyed painting, reading, and time with her grandkids. She was generous, thoughtful, and proud to be Dutch and from the great state of Michigan. She will be greatly missed.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Mel Trotter Ministries in Grand Rapids (https://donor.meltrotter.org). 

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