Joyce Conner's Obituary
Big Rapids - Joyce I. Conner, 82, of Big Rapids, went to her rest on Wednesday, December 17, 2014. She was born on May 31, 01932 in Montcalm County, the daughter of Fred and Gladys (Wicks) Stratton. Joyce graduated from Crystal High School in 1950. She married Howard Conner on October 28, 1950. They moved to Big Rapids in 1957, making their home in Grant Center. Joyce worked in banking for 32 years, retiring as the manager of the Evart branch of Fifth/Third Bank. Joyce had served as Grant Township treasurer for several years. She is survived by three children; Michael (Linda) Conner of Minnesota, Kathy (Gil) Ross of Cadillac, Steve (Jaci) Conner of Harrison, 10 grandchildren and several great grandchildren. Joyce was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Howard in 1996, and one brother, Bernard Stratton. It was Joyce's wish that there be no formal services. Her cremated remains will be buried at Grant Center Cemetery. Those wishing to make a memorial contribution in Joyce's memory may do so to the charity of their choice.
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