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Robert Joyce, Sr., 93, of Avoca passed away on July 8th following an age-related illness. His wife of more than 61 years, Eleanor (Burns) Joyce, died on January 30, 2018. Born in Scranton, PA he was the beloved son of the late James and Helen (Walsh) Joyce. Bob was a graduate of Minooka High School, where he served as President of his Freshman and Senior Classes. He earned his Bachelor of Science Degree from the University of Scranton and his Master’s in Education from Temple

Eleanor Burns Joyce, a lifelong Avoca resident, passed away on January 30, 2018 following an illness. Her devoted husband and caregiver is Robert Joyce, Sr. Robert and Eleanor enjoyed more than 61 wonderful years of marriage. She was the beloved daughter of the late Peter and Helen (Murphy) Burns. Eleanor graduated from Saint Mary’s Grade School, Avoca High School, and Scranton-Lackawanna College. After graduation she worked in her family’s business, eventually becoming the s