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Joyce M. Loomis
Joyce M. Loomis
Cedar Rapids
Joyce M. Loomis, 94, of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, formerly of Mount Vernon, Iowa, passed away on Tuesday, September 3, 2024, at Meth-Wick Manor, Cedar Rapids. Per Joyce’s wishes a private family burial: Mount Vernon Cemetery, Mount Vernon.
Joyce was born on December 15, 1929, in Dows, Iowa, the daughter of Herbert and Gladys Capellen. She was united in marriage to Lloyd Loomis on June 18, 1950.
Joyce attended Iowa State Teachers College. She was a member of the Mount Vernon United Methodist Church for 50 years. Joyce enjoyed traveling, playing bridge, and reading.
Joyce is survived by her children, Julia Ann (Craig) Stephenson, and Joni Jo (James) Tackenberg; grandchildren, Brian (Amanda) Tackenberg and Jacob Tackenberg; and great-grandchildren, Olivia and Benjamin.
Joyce was preceded in death by her parents, husband, and sister, Ardelle Page.
Please share your support and memories with Joyce’s family on her Tribute Wall at www.stewartbaxter.com under Obituaries
Memorials may be made to the Mount Vernon Community School District Foundation.
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