Joyce Virginia Young, age 89, of Kingston, passed away Monday, January 8, 2024 at her home. She was born May 27, 1934 in Fairhaven, Massachusetts. Joyce was a member of New Midway Baptist Church. She enjoyed doing floral arrangements but her favorite times were those spent taking care of her precious husband. She retired from the Civil Service and DOE as an Assistant Director. Preceded in death by her first husband, Frank Russell Heroux; parents, Joseph Rodney & Eunice Marra; and several brothers and sisters.
SURVIVORS
Loving Husband Roy Lee Young of Kingston
Children Debra Joyce Areis & husband, John of Victoria, TX
Frank Russell & wife, Kimberly of Nashville
Steven Douglas Heroux & wife, Mary Ann of Jacksonville, FL
Diana Ridenour of Knoxville
Michelle Duncan of Knoxville
A host of grandchildren and great-grandchildren
Brothers-in-law Johnny Young of Decatur
Larry Young of Decatur
Sisters-in-law Jackie Williams & husband, Steve of Cleveland
Kathy Bailey of Utah
Several extended family members and dear friends
Celebration of Life will be held at 1:00 pm on Saturday, March 9, 2024 at New Midway Baptist Church with Rev. Rod Garrett officiating. The family requests everyone wear bright colors in honor of Joyce to celebrate her life with beautiful colors. Online register book can be signed at www.FrakerFuneralHome.net. Fraker Funeral Home of Kingston is in charge of all the arrangements.
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