Edwin E. Joyce Obituary
Edwin "Eddie" Joyce, 76, of Rockport, passed away on June 18, 2023. He was born in Gloucester, MA to Paul Joyce and Dorothy (Keane) Joyce. Eddie graduated from Gloucester High School in 1964 and enlisted in the Navy in 1965.
He served on several aircraft carriers before being sent to Vietnam. After an honorable discharge from the service, he worked at Gloucester Engineering for over 40 years. Eddie is survived by his wife of 53 years Cynthia (Knowlton) Joyce, daughter Erika Timmons and her husband Eli, son Benjamin Joyce and his wife Kelly, his grandchildren Molly and Jakob Timmons and Kyle and Luke Joyce, and his lifelong best friend Ronnie Bouchie.
Eddie enjoyed his annual Florida trips in the winter and cruises to warm places, as well as having a beer on his deck while listening to oldies music. He also loved being with his friends and family, taking walks along the boulevard, and cars – old and new – especially Corvettes. Eddie was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and friend.
He loved to guide his kids and grandkids through life's ups and downs. Being a Grampy came natural to Eddie. He made sure to never miss a game, play, concert, or other school event, and he celebrated every academic achievement with pride.
Burial services will be held privately. Arrangements by the Greely Funeral Home, 212 Washington Street, Gloucester. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the Wounded Warrior Project: https://support.woundedwarriorproject.org.
