Joyce L. Doverspike, age 88 of Eau Galle, died Monday, November 16, 2015 at the Chippewa Valley Hospital in Durand.

Joyce was born on February 26, 1927 in Eau Galle. She was the daughter of George and Grace (Todd) Sinz. Joyce grew up in Eau Galle and attended Eau Galle grade school and graduated from Durand High School. Joyce married Kenneth Doverspike, together they had three children and later divorced. Through the years, Joyce owned and bartended at various bars in the area including J&J’s and Pole Cat’s Den, both in Eau Galle. Joyce also owned Joyce’s Grocery in Eau Galle for several years. In 1975, Joyce moved to Turtle Lake where she worked at Hartzel Manufacturing for 15 years.

Joyce enjoyed watching and participating in all sports. She liked traveling, playing cards, fishing, hunting, going out in her pontoon and canoe on the lake. Most of all, Joyce loved spending time with family and friends.

Joyce is survived by her children; Greg (Rita), Georgene (Bob) Sobottka, both of Eau Galle and Todd (friend Micky) of Durand, four grandchildren; Tammy (friend Kyle) Pichler of Durand, Julie Bauer of Eleva, Kristine (Eric) Tree of Pine Island, Todd A. of Eau Claire and Greg C. (Natalie) of Durand, 11 great grandchildren, two great great grandsons, one brother; William F. (Evie) Sinz of Eau Claire, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She is preceded in death by her parents, one brother; Jerry Sinz and a special friend; Linda Weber.

Funeral Mass will be held 11:00 AM Friday, November 20, 2015 at St. Henry’s Catholic Church in Eau Galle with Rev. Jerry Hoeser officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery at a later date. Visitation will be held from 4-8PM Thursday at the Rhiel Funeral Home in Durand and one hour prior to services at the church on Friday.

Rhiel Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Durand, is serving the family.

Condolences

1. Cheryl Nordquist November 22, 2015, at 9:09am

   Will sure miss Joyce she was the best friend you could ask for and a great person.

2. Carol & Jerry Unser Sr. November 20, 2015, at 1:18pm

   Thanks for your Friendship Joyce May you Rest in Peace.

3. Jean Crownhart Zeithaml November 19, 2015, at 12:45pm

   My mother, Adeline Schober Crownhart, thought the world of Joyce & her family. Adeline did housekeeping for George & Grace Sinz and "babysat" Joyce & Jerry (& later, "Billy" Sinz.) Later, she worked in their store. I guess I always thought Joyce was a lot younger, but she was only 6 yrs. younger than Adeline. The last time that they saw each other, we had taken Mom for a ride to Eau Galle to drop off sheets for carpet rags @ Darlene Sobottka's. Darlene knew that Joyce was across the street at her son's house, so I went over to get Joyce. She came over to Darlene's front deck and the three of them had such a nice visit about old times.
   You all have our sympathy upon the loss of a great lady.

4. Bruce King November 19, 2015, at 12:27pm

   My condolences to the family.

5. Michelle Loken November 19, 2015, at 8:16am

   I am so sorry for your loss. I will be keeping your family in my prayers!

6. Lori Cordes November 18, 2015, at 11:11pm

   So Sorry to hear of the loss of Joyce...I enjoyed her company for many years while doing her hair. I hadn't heard from her for a bit, but I figured for sure with the holidays I would :( I will miss her as - will all of you. Glad she was a part of my life too..Sincere sympathies to all of you...

7. Mary Lynn and Ken Smith November 18, 2015, at 10:25pm

   We are sorry to hear of your loss. Our deepest sympathy and our prayers go out to Joyce's family.

8. Suzi Crownhart November 18, 2015, at 5:22pm

   My sympathy to Joyce's family. She was a wonderful lady,

   Suzi Crownhart

9. Brock Lunderville November 18, 2015, at 4:43pm

   A very nice person and dear friend of my mother. I will always remember Joyce tending and he days as softball pitcher. Wonderful person and family , thoughts and prayers.

10. Joe & Martha Hartung November 18, 2015, at 4:22pm

    To the family of Joyce, you have our deepest sympathy.. May she rest in peace and our prayers are with you...

11. Brenda j Smith November 18, 2015, at 3:12pm

    Loved Joyce such a great person. God bless family and all

12. Greg(Skip) Baskin November 18, 2015, at 7:11am

    Greg, Rita and Family, sorry for your loss. My condolences.

13. Dick & Jan Bates November 17, 2015, at 8:58pm

    Family of Joyce Doverspike:
    So sorry to hear of your loss. We will remember Joyce in our prayers.

    Dick & Jan Bates

14. Dick & Jan Bates November 17, 2015, at 8:54pm

    Family of Joyce Doverspike:
    So sorry to hear of your loss. We will remember Joyce in our prayers.

    Dick & Jan Bates

15. Cindy Williams November 17, 2015, at 8:25pm

    So sorry to hear of Joyce's death. She was a super lady. Worked with her many years at Hartzell and always looked forward to seeing her in church from time to time!
    Gods Speed sweet Joyce!

16. Audrey Martin November 17, 2015, at 8:12pm

    Joyce was quite a lady, I admired her spunk and was thankful to have some fun times with her getting information for my Eau Galle book

17. John Judy Parr November 17, 2015, at 4:29pm

    Nice lady sorry to hear of her passing prayers are with u all

18. Paula Smith November 17, 2015, at 2:16pm

    to the Doverspikes and families so sorry for the loss of your mother and grandmother hopefully you have thoughts that last a long time it's hard to lose someone you love but you just keep remembering that we will see them again just hug one another and stay strong and I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers Paula Smith

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