Joyce Carol Normand, Wausau, passed away on Friday, November 12, 2021, under the care of Hospice at Mountain Terrace Senior Living.
She was born on July 30, 1927 in Illinois, daughter of the late Harry and Hazel (Zweck) Wunsch. On September 6, 1966, she married Joseph Normand Jr. in Waukegan, IL. He preceded her in death on May 7, 1995.
For many years, Joyce worked at Marathon Battery and Marathon Rubber. She later became a homemaker where her true passion in life was her family. Her favorite pastimes included casino runs (where she was given the nickname of Trouble), spending time with her grandchildren, and enjoying polka music.
Survivors include her son, Joseph Lee (Shellie) Normand III, daughter-in-law, Barbara Smart, granddaughter, Ryleigh Jo Normand, grandson, Justin Smart, step-grandson, Michael (Jenna) Drews, two great grandchildren, Brody and Teagan Smart, and two great step-grandchildren, Jaiden and Jace Drews.
Besides her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by a brother, Lawrence Wunsch, twin sisters, Joan (Jack) Ryan, and Jean (Al) Gentile, and son, Laurence Smart.
The family would like to extend great appreciation to the staff of Applegate Terrace and Mountain Terrace for the loving care provided to Joyce over the years. In addition, special thanks to Aspirus Hospice for their emotional support and comforting care of Joyce during her end-of-life journey.
Funeral services will be at 2:00 – 4:00 pm on Thursday, November 18 at John J Buettgen Funeral Home, 948 Grand Avenue, Schofield WI. Visitation will run from 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm with a service to follow from 3:30 pm – 4:00 pm.