Joyce Halbert Obituary : Dakin Funeral Home of New Berlin New York

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Joyce V. Halbert, 89 yrs. old of New Berlin, NY & Palmetto, FL passed away on March 29, 2015 at the Chenango Memorial Hospital, Norwich, NY.

Joyce was born on July 1, 1925 in New Berlin, NY the daughter of Hubert & Evelyn (Peake) Vail. Her childhood was spent on the Vail Farm in New Berlin and she was a graduate of New Berlin Central School.

On June 2, 1944 she married Thomas Russell Halbert who predeceased her on March 2, 1990.

Joyce was employed as a teacher’s aide at New Berlin Central School. She was a member of the First Baptist Church of Palmetto, FL and the American Legion Post 348 in New Berlin. For many years she was actively involved in activities at the First Baptist Church of New Berlin including the Vacation Bible School, the Junior & Senior choirs and Jet Cadets. She also served as a Scout Den Mother. She enjoyed quilting, gardening, reading, sewing, folk art and tole painting.

Joyce is survived by her children; Jeff Halbert & partner Ron Arigo of Aurora, CO, Kim Halbert of Norwich, NY, Lisa & Eb Jaquay of Red Lion, PA and Jodi Smith of Norwich, NY as well as 10 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren. She is also survived by her sisters-in-laws, Myra Vail and Charlotte Oliphant, brother-in-law; Peter D’Ambrosio, special cousin; Beverly Harris and many nieces, nephews, grand nieces, grand nephews and cousins.

She was pre-deceased by one brother, Norman Vail.

Calling hours will be held on Friday, April 3, 2015 from 5:00-9:00 PM at the Dakin Funeral Home LP, New Berlin, NY.

The funeral service will be held Saturday, April 4, 2015 at 2:00 PM at the First Baptist Church, South New Berlin with Pastor Kurt Funke officiating.

The interment will be in the Fairview Cemetery, New Berlin, NY.

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Carol Stoolmiller
Catonsville, MD
Comments My deepest sympathies to the family and friends of Ms. Halbert. I hope that you are able to find peace in this difficult time and gradually, as you grieve, find little ways to find joy in the memories that you share of your loved one. To Lisa, my dear co-worker, you'll be in my prayers. I know how hard this must be for you. May God grant you his peace that passes all of our human understanding. Please take care and be well.

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Gina Perry
Albany, NY
My deepest sympathy to entire family. I spent a lot of time at the Halbert House growing up. The neighborhood had a gang of children. We use to play kick the can between the Halbert's, Clark's, and Christian's houses. In my teen years Jodi and I spent time together. We would watch movies, play board games, and go camping. I enjoyed my times with Mr. and Mrs. Halbert. I am grateful that we had this experience growing up as this is when the neighborhood looked after one another. It was a great life. Thank you Mrs. Halbert and may you now have peace.

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Carolyn Banks
Catonsville, MD
Lisa, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
I hope you draw comfort from the memories and knowing that your mom lived a long active and beautiful life.
Scriptures of Comfort John 5:28, 29; Acts 24:15

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