Joyce Mineweaser Obituary

Joyce Marie (Groves) Mineweaser, 76, of Brookville, passed away peacefully on Friday, January 31, 2025, at home.

Born in Clarion on November 15, 1948, she was the daughter of the late Skip and Peg (Fike) Groves.

Joyce graduated from Clarion-Limestone High School in Strattanville.

Joyce married the love of her life, William "Bill" A. Mineweaser Sr., on September 28, 1968, at the Immaculate Conception Church in Brookville. He survives. For over 56 years, they were blessed with a lifelong bond of love and devotion to one another.

Bill and Joyce owned and operated Bill's Bar in Brookville for many years, and she was grateful for the friendships made with both past and present employees.

Joyce's hobbies included watching true crime and game shows, crocheting, reading, especially her Bible, leisurely swings on the porch, going for morning coffee and her loyal dogs. She additionally enjoyed chatting and spending time with her friends and family.

As a wife, mother, grandmother and godmother, Joyce had an unwavering devotion to her family and was incredibly proud of their achievements.

Joyce left a lasting legacy of love to be cherished in her memory.

In addition to her husband, Bill, Joyce is survived by one son, William "Bill" A. (Shellie A.) Mineweaser Jr. of Brookville; two grandchildren, Kyle D. Grover and Cheyenne J. Mineweaser, both of Brookville; four godchildren, Kelly (Jones) Ross, Dawn Potts, Kassandra Rager and Seth Decker; one great-grandchild, Tobias Grover; six grand-godchildren, Jenae, Ashlyn, Brielle, Ryon, Zoie and Mckenna; two brothers, Darl Groves and Marvin Hall; and her Shih Tzu dog, Charlie.

Joyce was preceded in death by her parents; and her Aunt Betty Shaffer.

The family will receive friends from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Tuesday, February 4, 2025 at the Carrier Funeral Home, located at 2834 Maplevale Road in Brookville.

A modified prayer service will take place following the viewing, at the funeral home. beginning at 2 p.m. and officiated by the Rev. Father William Laska.

Interment will take place privately at the St. Mary's Cemetery, Rose Township, Jefferson County.

Memorial contributions may be made in Joyce's name to the St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.

Visit www.carrierfh.com for more information or to place online condolences.