Joyce Ann McGregor's Obituary
Joyce Ann McGregor of Leesburg, Florida, died peacefully at her home under hospice care on June 9, 2025. She was 89. Joyce Ann was born April 6, 1936, in Sheridan, Michigan, to the late Mabel Luella (Fletcher) McGregor and Fred Harold McGregor.
Joyce Ann was a devoted mom, nana and friend. She is survived by her children Sarah Ann Belcastro (Joseph “) and Donald Michael Novin; Amy Farnum Patronis (Nic) mother of granddaughters Molly and Emily Novin, granddaughter Jennifer Belcastro; nephew Douglas (Carol) McGregor; and cousins Kim Fletcher and Rosemary (Roger ) Buhl. She was preceded in death by her brother Donald F. McGregor and niece Glenda Sue Miller. Her family dogs were her constant companions over the years, and she leaves behind her beloved rescue dog, Cookie.
She and her family moved to Florida from Kalamazoo, Michigan, in the 1970s. They spent more than 20 years in North Fort Myers. She also resided in Port Charlotte before moving closer to her children in Orlando and then Leesburg.
In Michigan, Joyce Ann began a career in banking. After moving to SW Florida, she later worked at Caloosa Elementary School and Dillards department stores. She was a lifetime member of the Presbyterian Church, most recently GraceWay Church in Leesburg, FL.
She most cherished the time she spent with family and friends. She found great happiness as a member of the Epsilon Sigma Alpha International Sorority in Fort Myers and Port Charlotte. Her friendships encompassed all aspects of life, and each was special to her.
Joyce Anns family asks that she be remembered for the joy she brought to others in life, not the sadness of her passing.
A Memorial service will be held on Saturday, June 21, 2025, at 11:00AM at Steverson, Hamlin and Hilbish Funeral Home in Tavares, FL. A gathering of family and friends luncheon to follow. Online condolences can be left at https://www.steversonhamlinandhilbish.com.
In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to St. Jude Childrens Research Hospital or A Forever Home Animal Rescue in Eustis, Florida.
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