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Joyce Marilyn Braid

Oct 23, 1931 – Feb 9, 2021

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Due to the COVID 19 Pandemic, a private funeral service was held, followed by burial in West Lawn Memorial Park.

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Joyce M. Braid, 89, passed away in Ascension-All Saints on Tuesday, February 9, 2021. She was born in Racine on October 23, 1931, the daughter of the late Walter and Edna (nee: Jensen) Spencer.

On July 28, 1951, here in Racine, she was united in marriage to Roy Braid; he preceded her in death on March 19, 2011. Mrs. Braid had been employed by the Racine Unified School District from 1972 until her retirement in 1992. She was a longtime member of Gethsemane Lutheran Church, teaching Sunday School for many years. She also enjoyed gardening and was a wonderful baker. Mrs. Braid was an avid bowler, bowling on a league for over 20 years,  with her high series being a 626.

Surviving are her two daughters, Cheryl Hollibush, of Racine, and Vicki (David) Flannery, of Yorkville; eight grandchildren, Jill (Barry) Niesen, of Racine, Kristi Duban, of Grafton, Laura (Daniel) Sadowski, of Racine, Elyse Flannery, of Yorkville, Riley (Jackie) Flannery, of Yorkville, Connor (Brittany Baumann) Flannery, of Raymond, Bailey Flannery, of Ann Arbor, MI, and Paige Flannery of Milwaukee; five great-grandchildren, Christian Matalik, Madelyn Sadowski, Dylan Sadowski, Weston Sadowski, and Hudson Flannery; brother, Dale (Charlene) Spencer, of Jensen Beach, FL; brother-in-law, Alex Bruni, of Menomonee Falls. Her two nieces, nephew, other relatives, and friends also survive her. In addition to her parents and loving husband, Mrs. Braid was preceded in death by her son, Gary Braid, son-in-law, Thomas Hollibush, and sister, Joan Bruni.

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  1. Leslie and Sue Bendickson says

    February 16, 2021 at 12:40 pm

    Joyce was an amazing woman! I spent a good portion of my youth at her house swimming and having fun. She was always so kind and caring. One of the best neighbors we had. My deepest condolences to Vicki and the rest of the family! God bless you and keep you! In our prayers and thoughts.

  2. Cindy Bononno Maragos Nick Maragos says

    February 17, 2021 at 6:20 am

    Cheryl, Vicki and Families,
    We are so very sorry to hear that your mom has passed. She was always welcoming, smiling and very supportive. God Bless the memory of your mom always. Cindy and Nick

  3. Lucy Brennan says

    February 17, 2021 at 8:21 am

    So sorry for your loss Laura. Though I never had the pleasure of meeting your grandma she sounds like a wonderful woman who enjoyed life and was loved by so many people. She will live on in all your hearts forever. My deepest condolences to you and all your family.

  4. Nancy Renpaul says

    February 17, 2021 at 8:53 am

    so sorry for your loss Vicki and Dave and family.

    Nancy Fitchett Renpaul Family

  5. BARBARA J GRECO says

    February 17, 2021 at 9:03 am

    My deepest sympathy to the family. I knew Joyce from Gethsemane and she would have that beautiful smile when greeting someone.
    My prayers are with the family.

  6. Maggie Gruenwald says

    February 17, 2021 at 10:40 am

    Joyce…so happy you’re at peace.
    Joyce was the loveliest person. Even though I’ve been on the same block since 1982, we’d reconnected the last few years and enjoyed the North Cape and Norway Lutheran lutefisk dinners! She was fun and game for anything! Love you, Joyce!

  7. Gavin Family says

    February 17, 2021 at 10:51 am

    My deepest sympathy to your family.

  8. Lisa Eppler Fletcher says

    February 17, 2021 at 8:28 pm

    Joyce was an amazing lady!! She will be missed by many. Hugs to all!!

    Miss seeing her at Gethsemane with my grandma Ella. I spent many Sundays with them.

  9. Donna Sawasky Guilette says

    February 18, 2021 at 9:23 am

    Cheryl and Vickie,
    I remember summer days swimming in your pool and all the fun we had! There are so many wonderful childhood memories on Merrie Lane! Your mom helped make a lot of them happen. Our sympathies and prayers go out to you and your families!

  10. Jim Schnetz says

    February 19, 2021 at 9:20 am

    Cheryl and Vicki,
    So very sorry to learn of your mom’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your families.

  11. Celia Bagley (D’Alie) says

    February 19, 2021 at 11:43 am

    So sorry to hear of the passing of your mom. She was a fun, great neighbor to them for many years. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers

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