Joyce Marie Monteverde

November 30, 1963 - January 12, 2022

On January 12, 2022 our beautiful sister, Joyce Marie Monteverde, was suddenly taken home to her Heavenly Father. Just recently, Joyce rededicated her life to Christ and was baptized in the Holy Spirit. Joyce’s beautiful presence, spirit and smile will be deeply missed by all. Joyce was born in Catskill, NY on November 30, 1963. She was a graduate of Catskill High School and College of St. Rose where she obtained her master’s degree in education. Joyce was known for her love and compassion for all people, young and old, as well as her love and care for animals. Joyce was a devoted daughter, sister, and sister-in-law. She is preceded in death by her mother Beatrice Jane Monteverde and her fiancé Gene Varasteh. Family members who will cherish her precious memories: Thomas Francis Monteverde (father) William Thomas Monteverde (brother) and Cathy Monteverde (sister-in-law) Frances Jane (Monteverde) Davenport (sister) and Thomas Davenport (brother-in-law) Rosemarie (Monteverde) Woodbeck (sister) Janet Marie (Monteverde) Fortini (twin sister) Thomas Irving Monteverde (brother) and Paige Monteverde (sister-in-law) Plans are pending for a memorial tribute in honor of Joyce. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Richards Funeral Home, 29 Bross Street, Cairo, N.Y. 12413. Condolences may be made at www.richardsfuneralhomeinc.net.