Homestead Pet & Farm Supply
New Berlin, N.Y.
To the family of Joyce Martin, We would like to extend our heartfelt sympathy. You all are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. We hope memories of Joyce comfort you. She will be sadly missed by all of us here at Homestead Pet & Farm Supply. Joyce clearly loved her family! In the 18years we have had the pleasure of knowing her she often shared stories and photos with great pride! God bless you all!! From our family to yours, The Montuori's  

Chris Fitch
Southtown, NY
Joyce was a very special friend of my Mom's. They met at the Saturday evening auctions in New Berlin. Mom always held Joyce in high regard and always spoke lovingly of her dear friend. I remember when she rode with my Mom to the hospital in Cooperstown so they could visit their terminally ill friend. My Mom LOVES auctions but I believe it was those Saturday get togethers when her sole motivation was to get to see that small circle of friends whom Mom loved. Joyce, you were a wonderful friend to my mom. I know she cherished it.

Joycelyn, remember what I told you about being her caregiver. Because of you particularly, and other family members your Mom never wanted or needed for anything while she stayed with you. This is such a large family and I know each of you are struggling with your grief. From my understanding, Joyce was always willing to extend her hand to anyone in need. God noticed! I am sure one of the first things He said to Joyce was, "Well done thou good and faithful servant." Matthew 25:21.

Shaylyn
Florida
I don’t even know where to start. I have tried to write something so many times but no words feel right. You were a major influence in my life. I can’t count the times that I called you because I felt lost or needed words of encouragement. You were always there, no matter the time of day. I looked to you for comfort, love, strength, and honesty. You were more and a grandmother, you were one of my best friends. I could talk to you for hours about whatever was bothering and you never made me feel like a burden. You have taught me more than I can even began to discuss. You are one of the strongest women I know. The world doesn’t feel the same. I don’t feel the same. A part of me feels empty yet heavy. I’m not sure how to do life without you. I love you!

Joycelyn
Boynton Beach, Fl
I have spent day after day trying to come up with the right words to express how empty my heart feels, I have come to the conclusion that there aren’t any. I keep telling myself that you are going to call, show up or that you are just out for the day, I don’t know how else to get through this. Mind over heart I guess! You are the strongest willed person I have ever known, you passed that down to myself and my family. I am desperately searching for that strength now. I need one more phone call, one more late night conversation, anything to just hear your calming voice to help mend the hole in my heart and my life. I want to tell you how sorry I am that my family and I couldn’t have gifted you more time in Florida, please know that you were NEVER a burden on my family! Given the chance we would do it all over again just to have you with us! It would be impossible for me list all that you have taught us, your patience that came with those teachings and every moment we have shared, I am who I am because of your guidance!!I can’t say good bye that sounds too final and nothing seems real to me anymore.  I love you with all my heart, I can’t say I miss you because then  I would have to let go of you and I just can’t do that right now! So, until meet again is the best I can do!

Patricia Bader
Long Island New York
Dear Mom I’m at a loss for words. Your passing has been so hard to believe The heartache Jay & I feel is unbearable I appreciate all you have done All your crafts
That we have from you will always keep you close to our hearts From the painting you made for Jay to the decorations you made for every holiday I love you & leave this poem for you Your The Other Mother , I Received The Day I Wed Your Son. And I Would Like To Thank You For All The Loving Things You’v Done. You’v Given Me A Gracious Man With Whom I Share My Life. You Are His Lovely Mother And I, His Lucky Wife You Use to Pat His Little Head And Now I Hold His Hand  You Raised In Love, A Little Boy And Gave Me The Man

Bonnie
Florida
Because of you I am the wife, mother, and person I am.  There are so many things, but for that alone I thank you.
I will miss you terribly and love you forever…..

Jay Bader
Long Island,NY
You painted a picture of the forest and a cabin in the woods because of My love of nature. It’s only one of the many talents you had. You touched so many lives With your different works. You told me it was gods gift To you and you were always selfless in all the things you did. You never took Anything in return Because you didn’t want to lose those God-given talents. The cake decorating, China painting and quilting And all the crafts. The list is long. You wrote poetry and what I’ve read touched my heart. So I have a poem for you
                 Roses forMom
If roses grow in heaven, Lord please
Pick a bunch for me.
Place some in my mothers arms
And tell her there from me.
Tell her I miss her and love her.
When she turns to smile
Play a kiss upon her cheek
And hold her for a while.
Because remembering her is easy
I do it every day,
But there’s an ache within my heart
That will never go away.
I will miss you so much
Your loving son, Jay

Linda Genovese
Oxford,  NY
I met Joyce 11 yrs ago when she walk into our restaurant The Country Kitchen in New Berlin NY.
She had me at Hello. She went from ordering Chilli and a cup of coffee and telling me how to iron the wrinkles in opening a new business lol. I told my husband I love this lady️
She was just like me. She told you how she saw it!. Joyce went from ordering Chilli and coffee to Holiday dinners and SO MUCH MORE.
She became my other mother. My mom told her to watch me and she did. My mom and Joyce became bingo buddy and were best of friends. Joyce you came into my life, you were my person, the one I spoke to about everything. I truly miss our talks and calling you every night to make sure you answered the phone,AND to say goodnight and I love you. God how I miss your voice.
 I truly don't have any reason to stay up her no longer. I moved a few time but it was always to be near you.
I can go on and on about Joyce she was a big part of my life and how she changed my life in so many ways.
Joyce I will never NEVER forget you.
YOU WERE MY OTHER MOTHER.
I love you and miss you SO MUCH
Until we meet again. Save me my seat in at pizza hut. I'll see you one day.  Love you forever my Joyce.

Henry "Rey" Urban
NY
I will always remember all the Christmas parties and Summer parties I got to share with you. Thank you for being a part of my life and being the strong woman that you are to me.

Heather Harris
Myrtle Beach, SC
Breaks my heart and you will be greatly missed.  Through covid you was a fighter and never gave up.  Your stories always amazed me when I would come by to visit my friend Karla.  Whether it was helping carry in your groceries or you keeping us girls on our toes telling us when we was right or wrong.  My heart goes out to the family.  You was a one of a kind who always stated what was on your mind with good advice.  Rest in peace my dear friend and suffer no more.  

Greg Urban and family
Guilford, Vermont
Gram, my dear TeleGram! I'll miss our phone calls and texts and Christmas get-togethers. I still have all your quilts, the kids have their stuffed toys.
I've always felt a special bond with you, we were friends, mischievously conspiring at parties, enjoying Swedish meatballs, cracking up laughing.
Thank you for being an awesome grandmother and person! I love you so much and I already miss your voice.
Until we meet again my dear TeleGram️.
Your #1 Grandson, Greg.

Karla Lyons
Pittsfield NY
I have never known a stronger woman , she was someone That I admired , looked up too and whom I learned alot from , theres not a day that goes by that I dont think of her , I cant thank her and her daughter for all the great food that Im capable of making now , and for the Life we my family was able to share with hers  , Life will be forever changed without her here , I Love you Joyce Martin , and Im a better person because of you .. Miss you forever and Love you Always .. R.I.P , my beautiful lantern ..

William Jones
Wahiawa, Hawaii
I met Gram for the first time 5 years ago. Although we had been separated for all of my life (more than 40yrs), it was quickly evident from our first conversation that she was my grandmother. It did not take long to realize that this apple did not fall too far from the family tree. The baking, the painting, the sewing and so many things that I could never explain enjoying were suddenly connected to Gram. We had so many similar interests that it felt like I grew up under her.

We were able to take advantage of the time that we had together having shared Christmas holidays, a random lunch date on a drive back from NYC to Virginia, and an opportunity to have four generations of us together in the same space and time. Our phone conversations were full of stories, humor, and hearing Gram getting on one or more of her pets for something or other (hogging the couch, barking at nothing, or just for a cuddle).

There is always the wish to have had more time when our loved ones depart. The older I get, the more I appreciate the time we had. God allowed us to meet and to exist together. Because of Gram, I have a large, loving family. I grew up with an abundance of love, but the family was small. Now it is so large that I think I have only met 10% of us.

To Gram, thank you. Thank you for my existence. Thank you for introducing me to many of our family members and for sharing a wealth of family history that I would have never known. Thank you for opening your home and your heart to me and my (yours too) family. Thank you for the laughs. Thank you for the love. Thank you for being a fighter and an inspiration. Thank you for the last 5yrs and every year before we met when you searched to find us. We wouldn't have found you without your tenacity. I miss you; I love you.   

Lynne and Henry
New York
Move forward, and continue to grow, learn, and progress.  The real ride has just begun.  You have amazing talents and gifts.  You will be able to use them now without being hindered by anything. We will do our best to take care of things here