Joyce M. Holland 85 of Maroa, IL died peacefully surrounded by family at 3:52 PM October 9, 2023 at St. Mary’s Hospital, Decatur, IL.

Services will be 12:00 PM Wednesday, October 18, 2023 at Calvert Funeral Home, Maroa, IL with Scott Marsh officiating. Burial will follow at Maroa Cemetery, Maroa, IL. Visitation will be held 10:30 AM-12:00 PM Wednesday at the funeral home.

Memorials may be directed to the Maroa Christian Church or the Maroa Public Library.

Joyce was born October 11, 1937 in Old Ripley, IL the daughter of Eugene and Goldie Marie (Carlton) Haenny. She married Ronald “Ron” E. Holland February 11, 1956 in Clinton, IL. He passed away August 15, 2017.

Survivors include her children, Steve Holland, Decatur, IL; Barb Hill, Wapella, IL, three grandchildren, Alex (Angela) Holland, Springfield, IL; Trevor (Rachel) Holland, Carmel, IN; Callie (Josh) Eveland, Wapella, IL; great-grandchildren, Bella Mae Holland and Leo Holland.

Joyce was preceded in death by her parents and one brother, Robert Haenny.

Joyce retired from D.M.H. Hospice. She enjoyed knitting, reading, and crochet; having made many beautiful baby blankets and hats for cancer patients. Joyce was instrumental as a board member and in the construction of the new library in Maroa. She was a member of Maroa Christian Church.  Joyce loved to go rummaging on Fridays with her friends.

The family would like to thank St. Mary’s Hospital and the Maroa Fire Department for their great care.

Online condolences may be made at www.calvertmemorial.com