Joyce E. Yates-Lawhon Obituary
It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Joyce E. Yates-Lawhon of Wind Gap, Pennsylvania, born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, who passed away on October 19, 2024, at the age of 63, leaving to mourn family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Joyce E. Yates-Lawhon to pay them a last tribute.
Though Joyce has departed this earthly realm, her legacy endures — a legacy of love that will continue to illuminate the lives of family and friends in the darkest of hours. May her spirit soar on wings of eternal peace, forever cherished in the tender embrace of memory.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Edwin Yates and Rose Marie Yates (Reynolds); her husband Frank Ruta; and her sons, Damien Yates and Kelly Ruta.
She is survived by: her daughter Nya Ruta (Joshua Bortz); her sisters, Carol Yates and Rose Yates; and her grandchildren, Trinity, Olivia and Timmy.
A memorial service was held on Saturday, October 26th 2024 at 4:00 PM at the Carol's Residence (70 Wyndgate Blvd, Drums, PA 18222).