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Official Obituary of

Joyce E. Kenyon

November 11, 2024

Joyce Kenyon Obituary

Joyce E. Kenyon, 88, of Smithville Flats passed away at home surrounded by loved ones on November 11, 2024. She was predeceased by her husband, Karl Kenyon; daughter, Helene Kenyon; grandson, Nathanial Howland; brother, James Glendenning; son-in-law, John Rice and daughter-in-law, Dawn Kenyon. She is survived by her daughter, Karlene Rice; daughter, Charlotte (Charlie) Newfield; daughter, Charlene Kenyon; son, Marlon (Friend Dolly) Kenyon; grandchildren, Michael Moorehead, Damon Newfield, Traver Newfield, Collin Kenyon, Alex (Rebecca) Kenyon and Austin (Morgan) Kenyon; great-grandchildren, Reagan Moorehead, Brooks Kenyon, Kolter Kenyon and Magnolia Kenyon; brothers-in-law, Doane Kenyon and Donald Kenyon; sister-in-law, Kay Borne; and wonderful friends, Jim and Donna Warnstorff. Her children and grandchildren were her world.  She was an avid horse lover and rode horse for most of her life, passing the love of horses and animals to her children.  She loved a good card game and enjoyed putting puzzles together.  She retired from The Raymond Corporation after 27 years.  Graveside services will be private. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Joyce's name to the Chenango County SPCA, 6160 County Rd 32, Norwich, NY 13815 or Rosemary Farms (horse sanctuary), 1646 Roses Brook Rd, South Kortright, NY 13842. Arrangements are under the direction of Root Funeral Home, 23 N. Chenango St, Greene, NY 13778 and condolences may be sent to the family at www.rootfh.com.

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