Gilroy, Joyce L. - 72, Salem, NS, passed away at home on April 19th, with her family by her side. Joyce’s family is mourning the loss of their dear mother and grandmother as a result of a car accident on March 31st. Born in Malagash, she was a daughter of the late Arthur and Laura (Richards) Napper. Joyce was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother. She loved her family deeply. She worked hand and hand with her husband, George, to operate a successful roofing and siding business for many years. Joyce continued to work along with George as they ran a small blueberry growing business. Joyce was also very creative and enjoyed making quilts and crafts which she lovingly shared with her family. Joyce is survived by daughter, Laura Lena (Gary) Blenkhorn, Goderich, ON; sons, Tim (Doreen), Salem; and Arthur, Salem; grandchildren, Krista, Amanda, Angela, Eric, Ryan, Kate, Courtney, Gregory, Nicholas, and Jayden; great grandchildren, Brayson, Ryder, Price, Evan and Emmett; brother, John (Barbara) Sackville, NB; sister, Elizabeth (Hanford) Nye, Sackville, NB.; as well as several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband George; son, George William; sister Doris Hicks. Visitation will be from 7-9 p.m. Wednesday, April 23, with funeral service at 2 p.m. Thursday, April 24, with Bill Drysdale officiating, all in MacDiarmid’s Funeral Home, 5075 Main Street, Oxford (447-2930). Donations may be made to VON, Palliative Care Unit at Cumberland Regional Health Care Center or a charity of your choice. Private condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.mmcfunerals.com