Joyce Winnick
November 16, 1932 ~ October 11, 2022
Age 89 of Forest Lake. Loving Wife & Aunt passed away peacefully at home on October 11, 2022.
Preceded in death by husband, Jerry. Joyce was born & raised in Des Moines, IA. She was married to her loving husband, Jerry for 59 years until he passed away in June. Joyce graduated from Concordia College and worked as a social worker. She had a deep love for animals and fostered 498 kittens and their mothers throughout her life. Her love of animals transformed into helping establish and ensure the future of the Northwoods Humane Society. Joyce’s generosity continued after her death, as she chose to donate her body to the University of Minnesota’s Anatomy Bequest Program.
A celebration of Joyce’s life 11 AM Tuesday, October 25th with visitation beginning at 10 AM at Faith Lutheran Church, 886 N. Shore Dr., Forest Lake. Memorials preferred to the Northwoods Humane Society. A recording of the service can be found here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Czo0ZZgwPf8
Deepest sympathy to the Winnick family.
Joyce left a wonderful legacy
Sincere sympathy. A great lady that did so much for the community.
Joyce was a client of mine — and a dear friend. She was always a delight to work with, and showed her appreciation in many ways. I loved her and will miss her!
Our deepest condolences for your loss. Joyce’s compassion was inspiration to most who knew her and she will truly be missed.