Joyce Andrews (née Stevens)
April 24, 1942 to May 7, 2026
Obituary
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Joyce Andrews (née Stevens) at the Palliative Care Unit, Dr. Leonard A. Miller Centre, on Thursday May 7, 2026.
Born in North River on April 24, 1942, Joyce was predeceased by her parents, Walter and Ida Stevens; her brothers, Charlie (Florie) and Lloyd; and her sister, Mary.
She will be forever remembered by her devoted husband, Ray, with whom she shared 67 wonderful years together, including 64 years of marriage. Also left with loving memories are her daughter Beverley (Robert) and her son Lindsey; her sister-in-law Maud; sisters-in-law Dorothy (Ellsworth) and Frances (Eric); brothers-in-law Roland (Daphne), Ross (Michele), Frazer (Mary), and Vince (Amy); as well as a large circle of nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends.
Joyce grew up in the close-knit community of North River. In 1959, she met the love of her life, Raymond, from Port de Grave. They were married in North River on August 19, 1961, and together they raised two children, Beverley and Lindsey.
After spending a number of years living on the east coast, Joyce and Ray moved to Grand Falls-Windsor when Ray was transferred for work. Following 10 years in central Newfoundland, they returned to St. John’s in 1979, where they made their home for the past 47 years.
Joyce was deeply involved in numerous groups and organizations over the years, but one of her greatest joys was her work with the “Care and Share” program at Elim Pentecostal Tabernacle. There, she lovingly coordinated meals for those who were ill and organized catering for families following funeral services, offering comfort and care to many.
Joyce had a gift for hospitality. She loved opening her home to family and friends for evenings filled with food, laughter, fellowship, singing, and music, often lasting well into the early morning hours. She also enjoyed her weekly bowling outings, but above all, Joyce cherished her time in the garden. Her love for flowers, trees, and plants was evident in the many hours she spent tending and arranging her beautiful garden.
In keeping with Joyce’s love of flowers, they will be gratefully accepted or donations in her memory may also be made to Daffodil Place. www.homeforthenight.ca
A special thank you to Doctor Heidi Brake and all the caregivers at the Miller Centre Palliative Care program. We sincerely appreciate all your love and care for our Mom.
Resting at Carnell’s Funeral Home, Freshwater Road, St. John’s. Visitation will take place on Friday, May 8 from 2–5 p.m. and 7-9 p.m.
A Celebration of Life will be held at Elim Pentecostal Tabernacle on Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. For those unable to attend please join us virtually though Elim’s Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/elimtabernacle/ . Interment to take place that afternoon at the Port de Grave Pentecostal Cemetery.
Schedule
Visitations
2-5 p.m. on May 8, 2026
7-9 p.m. on May 8, 2026
Carnell’s Funeral Home
329 Freshwater Road
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funeral
11:00am, Saturday May 9th
Elim Pentecostal Tabernacle
Ray and family.
The loss of Joyce has our sincere condolences.
We just found out the loss of your wife and mother .
Regards
Judy and Fred Lee
Margaret and I send our sincere condolences to Ray , Bev , Bob and family.
Ralph Acreman
Hello Lindsey, Please accept my sincerest sympathy on the passing of your dear Mom.. On reading some of the messages there is no doubt that she was a wonderful person.
Doris Bishop
My condolences to the whole family on the passing of Mrs. Andrews.
Ray and family. So sorry to hear of Joyce’s passing. She was and will always be a lovely lady.
Jerry Taylor
Quinlan and Taylor
Ray, Lindsey, Bev & Bob. We were saddened to hear of Joyce’s passing. We are presently away in the South Pacific on a cruise and just receiving the sad news.. We were honoured to watch the funeral online, and especially hear the amazing job that Bev & Lindsey did in the tribute. Your family has been very special to us through the years and we want to assure you of our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. Dave & Donna
Ray, sincere condolences to you and your family. Our connections go back a long time. Joyce was always the rock that kept you going..
Grief will soon be replaced with the fond memories you and Joyce enjoyed over many years.
Take care my friend.
So sorry to see this notice. Thoughts and prayers with you all.
Ray, Lindsey and family, please know we are thinking of you. May she rest in peace. Sincere condolences.
Lindsey,
We extend our condolences on the passing of your Mother.
Sincere condolences to Raymond and family, so sorry to hear of Joyce’s passing. Keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers.
Lindsey,
I’m so sorry to hear about your mom’s passing. Thinking about you and sending condolences to you and your family at this sad time.
Lindsay and Family,
We extend our deepest condolences to you and your family on the passing of your Mother. We know how much she was loved and will be deeply missed by all of you.
Sincerely
Ron and Heather
Lindsay and Family,
We extend our deepest condolences to you and your family on the passing of your Mother. We know how much she was loved and will be deeply missed by all of you.
Sincerely
Ron and Heather
To Ray and all the family
Our sincere condolences on Joyce’s passing. She’s home now.
Clyde and Pat Follett
We are so sorry read of Joyce’s passing .. We have many great memories of how kind she and Ray were when our parents passed .. They were such great friends to Mom and Dad (Reg and Mildred). Sending you all love and prayers at this time .
Ray and family,
We were saddened to learn of Joyce’s passing. We hope that you can soon replace your grief with fond memories of Joyce and the good times you had, including the lengthy stays at St. Pete Beach in Florida during the cold Canadian winter.
Beverly and Lindsey, sending condolences on the passing of your mom..
Cal and Karen Whalen
Springdale
Ray and family: we are deeply saddened to her of Joyce’s passing. Sending deepest condolences to you all.
Uncle Raymond, cousins Bev Bob and Lindsey
Wish we could have shared our lives, attended the wake and the lovely service today. The price we pay for living across the country. What a beautiful life shared through Bev and Lindsey’s tribute, and Uncle Raymond’s thankful blessings. The different faiths blended in music and words was good for the soul, Aunt Joyce planned it well. Wish we could visit MacPherson Avenue and have one of Bobs delicious meals.
Now I will go to my happy place – my garden like a Stevens would and spend the day remembering, especially Florida memories.
God bless Aunt Joyce❤️ Love you all so much, hugging you across the myles xoxoxoxo
Lisa, Patrick, Erica, Serena with Maud
Ray and family,: My heartfelt condolences to you all on the loss of your loved one. May all your wonderful memories help to sustain you during this difficult time.
Sincerely, Shirley Peckford.
Uncle Raymond, cousins Bev Bob and Lindsay
Wish we could have shared our lives, attended the wake and the lovely service today. The price we pay for living across the country. What a beautiful life shared through Bev and Lindsey’s tribute, and Uncle Raymond’s thankful blessings. The different faiths blended in music and words was good for the soul, Aunt Joyce planned it well. Wish we could visit MacPherson Avenue and have one of Bobs delicious meals.
God bless Aunt Joyce❤️ Love you all so much, hugging you across the myles xoxoxoxo
Lisa Dawn Stevens Myles, Patrick, Erica, Serena with Maud
Sincere condolences to Ray and Family.
Joyce and I became friends during high school. It continued when I went to MUN and we were transported around the Bay in Lloyd’s vehicle.. Never knew her to change; always quiet, reserved, pleasant to everyone, and a ready smile. May faith and good memories sustain you forever.
Eric (Bud) Jerrett
My heartfelt condolences to Raymond & family, and to all who loved Joyce so dearly. God gives us strength as we lean on Him. I pray that His peace will be with you all.
Ray, Lindsay, Bev and Bob, our sincere condolences on the passing of your wonderful wife and mother. Joyce was known for her beautiful smile, generous nature and faithful spirit. She will be deeply missed by her family and friends. We pray that your memories of Joyce and her life ( well lived ) will comfort you during this difficult time.
Please accept my sincerest condolences during this difficult time. I cherish the many wonderful memories we’ve shared over our decades of friendship. Indeed, both Doreena and Joyce have passed on. As a line from a Steven Wood song aptly states, “We’ve got more to go to Heaven for than we had yesterday.” I trust that your family and prayer will provide the strength and comfort you need as you navigate this period of grief.
Ray, Beverly and Lindsey. So sorry to hear of Joyce’s passing. She is now reunited with her dear friends Tim and Gertie. Sorry we are unable to be part of her celebration of life. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time.
To Ray, Bev, Bob & Lindsay, We were saddened to hear of Joyce’s passing, We fondly remember your family from the days we attended Elim. You will all be in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. May you have a real sense of God’s presence with you and may His grace, love and peace fill you with the strength you need at this time. God Bless.
To Ray, Bev, Bob, and Lindsey.
So sorry to hear off Joyces passing, be assured off our thoughts and prayer’s during this time off sorrow
Ray, Lindsay,Bev and Bob.
Our deepest condolences to you all.She was indeed a beautiful lady. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers. at this difficult time
Raymond,Lindsay Bev and Bob my sincere condolence to you all. I will keep you in my prayers. R.I.P. Joyce
To Ray, Lindsay, Bev and Bob,
We extend our sincere condolences to each of you on Joyce’s passing. She was a beautiful lady in every way, and it was always a pleasure to be in her company. Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers during these difficult days.
Boyd and Ethel Richards
To Ray and family: We are so sorry to hear of Joyce’s passing. Her friends in the Coronation Bowling League would like to express our deepest and sincere sympathy to you all. May the memories of your loved one bring you comfort in the days ahead. Thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
To Ray and family .. many happy memories of you both with our parents , Tom and Margaret Curran . Our sincerest condolences . Penny , Sheila and Marie ( Dalton )
Ray, Lindsey, Beverly & Bob,
I am so very sorry to hear of Joyce’s passing.
I first met Joyce as a student at MUN library. I was a shy, young 18 year old from the bay so intimidated by the massive size of the campus and the thousands of students. I was filled with fear and missing familiar faces.
That fear left me the instant I asked Joyce for help at the MUN library. She was kind, caring and I felt like she had all the time in the world to help me. I would look for her every time I went there.
I instantly remembered Joyce’s face when I first met her as a neighbour on Mac Av many years later. You never, ever forget the people who have touched your heart and shown you kindness throughout the twists and turns of this beautiful journey of life……
Soar high with the angels sweet, gentle woman!
To The Andrews Family,
Mary and I were deeply saddened to hear of the passing of your beloved wife and mother. Please accept our heartfelt condolences during this difficult time.
She was a truly beautiful soul whose kindness, compassion, and faith touched so many lives. Her love for helping others reflected the Christian life she lived so faithfully each day. Whether through her caring heart, gentle spirit, or the joy she found in flowers and the beauty of God’s creation, she brought warmth and comfort to everyone around her.
Her legacy of love, grace, and devotion to family and faith will continue to live on in the hearts of all who knew her. May you find strength in the treasured memories you shared and comfort in knowing she lived a wonderful life grounded in God’s love.
Keeping your family in our thoughts and prayers during this time of sorrow.
Pastors Shawn and Mary Bowers
Ray & Family,
So sorry to hear of Joyce’s passing. Be assured of our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Roy & Helen Miller
Lindsay and Family,
I was so sorry to hear of your mother’s passing.
I’m sure you have many wonderful cherished memories… my thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Take care,
Lynn Sparkes
My sincere condolences go out to Ray. Lindsay, Bev and family on the passing of Joyce, a wonderful wife and mother. Prayers and thoughts are with you.
Ray & Family:
It was back in the early 7o’s that we first met you
and Joyce when you were faithfully attending and involved in the Windsor Pentecostal church. Joyce’s legacy is a lifetime of sincere commitment to God , family and church. Be assured of our thoughts and prayers as you journey through this difficult season of life. God Bless
Bev Bob and family,
So sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing. We will keep you in our prayers 🙏 ❤️
Flora and Glenn Eddy
Ray and family
So sorry to hear of Joyce’s passing. Sincere condolences to you and all your family. Thinking of you all at this sad and difficult time. Hugs to all..
Brenda Hancock
Ray and family
So sorry to hear about Joyce’s passing. My sincere condolences to you all.
Lindsey and family thinking of you at this time and praying gods arms of love will hold you up in the days ahead. Find comfort in knowing that your mom is now a beautiful flower in gods heavenly garden that will bloom forever
Sorry to hear of your wife’s passing … we extend to you and the rest of your family our most sincere condolences.
Ray and family
So sorry to hear about Joyce’s passing. Sending our deepest sympathies during this time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time
To: Ray, Lindsey, Bev and Bob,
We are sincerely sorry to hear of Joyce’s passing. She was a beautiful lady and always treated us with love and kindness. Be assured of our continued prayers as you experience this difficult time.
Ray and the Andrew’s family,
Betty and I send you our condolences re Joyce’s passing. We were shocked and saddened to hear of
her passing. She will surely be missed but we take comfort in the fact she is now in the presence of her Lord whom she dearly loved and served. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and we pray that God will sustain you during this time of sorrow.
Ray and the Andrew’s family,
Betty and I send you our condolences re Joyce’s passing. We were shocked and saddened to hear of
her passing. She will surely be missed but we take comfort in the fact she is now in the presence of her Lord whom she dearly loved and served. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and we pray that God will sustain you during this time of sorrow.
Sending Condolences to the Andrews family! Ray, Lindsey, Bev and Bob! Joyce was a great lady! I will always remember our chats, visits, and her hospitality! We would talk about the latest fashions!! Where we got our outfits! How our hair style was looking! Amongst other things!! Her table was always prestine. Set to perfection! She reached out to those in need and no one knew about her endeavors! She loved her trips to Florida with the family!! Joyce lived a good life! Stood by Ray in all his involvements! She would say to me!! “We don’t stop always on the go” Along with “Drop by anytime” She will be greatly missed but always remembered for the person you where! A special friend to many and forever in our hearts! ❤️❤️
To Ray and family so sorry to hear of Joyce’s passing. I worked with Joyce for many years at the library. Joyce was a kind and gentle soul. Even in retirement we enjoyed our get togethers. Keep your memories close to your hearts. She will always be with you.
Jean Galarneau
To Lindsey & family,
Sending my heartfelt condolences on the passing of your mom Joyce. Cherish all the loving memories and know that wherever life takes you, she will be there beside you.
My thoughts are with you
Amanda Barron
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time. God Bless And Keep You.
Ray and family, condolences on the passing of your wife. RIP
Ray, Bev and Bob, and Lindsey
We are saddened to hear of Joyce’s passing. She was a lovely lady and always had a warm smile when we met
We send our sincere condolences and prayers
Brother Ray, Beverley, Robert and Lindsey
Please accept our sincere condolences on the passing of Joyce. Actually, she has been promoted to Glory as we wait the Blessed Hope of of being reunited with her and so many other faithful followers of Jesus.
We have wonderful memories of Joyce, so quiet, but strong, pleasant, warm and caring and full of faith. Her smile would encourage anyone.. Cherish those wonderful memories, as you celebrate her life and testimony..
Remembering you all in prayer.
Fred and Gloria Stacey
Kingston, Ontario
Hi Bev and family, I am so sorry to hear about your loss. I pray that the memories you have of your mom give you comfort in this hard time.
Ros Brown
To Ray, Lindsey, Beverly and Robert,
I was saddened to hear of your loss. Joyce was a wonderful woman and I always enjoyed having a chat with her on the numerous occasions we met. What a wonderful life she had – a dedicated wife and a loving mother who spent her time doing her best to help others. All the wonderful stories you will hear of her engaging personality and willingness to help the people she encountered.
You will miss her and this time will be difficult but may it console you to know that her suffering is over and that her faith was a great comfort to her.
She is surely resting with the angels. She is probably planting a garden and making plans for Christmas.
You are in my thoughts. Take care..
Lynn Burry
Raymond ,Beverly, Lindsey , Sorry to hear OF Joyce’s passing . Condolences to All Joyce will BE Sadly missed
The Andrews Family,
I was am so sorry to read of Joyce’s passing. My deepest condolences to you all. Joyce and I bowled together for several years and she was always a joy to be around. She was missed by all at bowling. Rest in peace Joyce.
Lindsey my sincere condolences on the passing of your Mom. I am so sorry for your loss Cherish all the wonderful memories you have. Take care
Sincerest condolences 💐 Lindsey to you and your Family at this time. My heart goes out to you all.
Lindsey, Robert and family: Deepest condolences on the passing of your Mom. Cherish the wonderful memories. You are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Ray, Lindsey, Beverly and Bob. I am so saddened to hear about Joyce passing. My condolences to all of you. Joyce was a sweet person inside and out. She had a heart of gold. Never forget the cards games that she truly love going to mom and dad’s . Take care
Love Annette 💗
We are sending our condolences. We pray you feel God’s peace surrounding you during this time of loss. May you rest in the hope of a great reunion day.
We remember her being so friendly and caring. She never ever forgot you, even when years had gone by since seeing her. I am sure she will be missed. Hold to all your precious memories and special moments.
Lindsey, I am so deeply sorry about the passing of your dear mother.
Sending my heartfelt condolences and healing prayers to you and your family. God bless.
Renee McLaughlin
Ray and Family,
We are so very sorry to learn of Joyce’s passing. We enjoyed some wonderful times and travel together. Her warmth and love of life will long be remembered. May the Lord who is so prevalent in your lives now bring you peace and help you heal.
To Raymond, Beverly, Bob and Lindsay, our heart felt condolences to you on the passing of your precious loved one.
Joyce will be dearly missed but always remembered as as lovely, gracious women of God.
Praying God’s comfort and peace to surround you at this difficult time and in the days to come. Cherish your memories.
With love, Bill and Sandra
Forever grateful for the love, memories, and laughter she gave our family. Keeping Uncle Ray, Lindsey, Bev, Bob, and all who loved her in our thoughts. Love you Aunt Joyce
Rachelle (forever her Rochelle), Brandon and Ryleigh
Bev and all your family,
Please accept our sincere condolences on your mother’s passing. No matter what age or any sickness it is always difficult to lose your mom. I hope your good memories will sustain you in the time ahead. Godspeed
Daphne & Bruce Robinson, Spaniard’s Bay
Sending Condolences to you Ray and your family. You have a lot of wonderful memories to share with family and friends. RIP Joyce.
Ray and family,
So sorry to hear of Joyce’s passing.
We certainly enjoyed our times together at
various events.Joyce was a very positive enjoyable person to be around , she will be sadly missed by family and friends.
Please accept our deepest sympathy.
Ray, Bev, Bob and Lindsey
We are so sad to hear off Joyce’s passing. Ray, we have such lovely memories of the times we shared with you and Joyce. We especially remember our lovely driving adventure many years ago as we travelled down the East coast of Canada and the USA and Joyce always going in to any place we stayed and checking out how clean it was before we got her seal of approval. We remember her love of family and how you were always first in her life! We can’t forget the fabulous meals we enjoyed together. I am sure you will hear many stories like this in the next few days,. We will be praying for you all that you will be enveloped in God’s love.
Karen and Melvin
Mr. Andrews, Lindsey, Bev and Bob ,
It is with much sadness that I heard of the passing of your wife/mom/mother-in-law. Mrs Andrews was a gentle kind soul who during my university days fed me many meals and made me feel so welcome in her home. I am sure that there have been many others over the years that she showed such kindness and love. I know your hearts are breaking right now but the love you all shared and the many memories you made will be a comfort in the days ahead. May you feel the love of all your extended family and friends. You have an angel watching over you now. Rest in peace Mrs. Andrews .
So sorry to hear of Joyce’s passing. She was a very beautiful lady with a heart of gold, a compassion for others and a smile that shone. I will never forget how caring she was for Pearl and myself when Pearl was sick. Joyce blessed us many times with words of encouragement, prayers, food and her laughter. She will never be forgotten. Praying for you all and so thankful that there’s an assurance of one day meeting her again.
Ray, Bev& Bob, Lindsey
It is with heartfelt sadness that i hear of Joyce’s passing.
I’ve known Joyce for many many years and later when she became the love of Rays life. The funny stories and good t times we all shared with Bev and Bob, the times we tried to get Lindsey hooked up!!! All the good fun not to be outshone by the many years st Elim fellowship we experienced together.
We know you are missing her today but are blessed with the hope of knowing that we will meet her again where there is no more sadness or tears.
God bless you all as you celebrate Joyce’s life
Love and prayers
Mary Browne
Ray, Beverley, Lindsey, snd Bob!! My heart is broken to read of Joyce’s passing! And more so to know I will miss her funeral! Joyce, Ray and family have been my neighbours at least 45 years!! And what a wonderful neighbour she has been! She helped me through Murray’s passing and was my go-to during COVID! And for every crisis I encountered!
She faced death stoically and was ready to go meet her beloved family! Thinking of you all in your time of sorrow!
Rest peacefully Joyce!!! 💕💕💕🙏🙏 Geraldine
Ray, Beverley, Lindsey, snd Bob!! My heart is broken to read of Joyce’s passing! And more so to know I will miss her funeral! Joyce, Ray and family have been my neighbours at least 45 years!! And what a wonderful neighbour she has been! She helped me through Murray’s passing and was my go-to during COVID! And for every crisis I encountered!
She faced death stoically and was ready to go meet her beloved family! Thinking of you all in your time of sorrow!
Rest peacefully Joyce!!! 💕💕💕🙏🙏
Ray, Lindsey, Beverley and Bob, with love and affection we share with you in the passing of a wonderful wife, mother and Sister- law aunt and friend. Truly a wonderful lady who loved life to the fullest . She had strong ties to her beloved North River and spoke fondly of the area. Daphne and I realized early in this stage of her life that she was prepared for her final earthly journey, her faith was so very strong and with that she planned her final wishes.
We with you will cherish our memories, especially since Joyce is the first link in the chain of the present day Andrews Clan to be broken.. We continue the walk beside you on this journey. Love and prayers from Rol and Daphne & family