Died Tuesday July 7, 2015 in Arizona
Joyce was born March 5, 1942 in Fremont to Milton and Roma 'Johnson' Meier. She was raised in rural Arlington, attended school in Hooper and graduated from Hooper High School in 1959. After high school Joyce worked at Hormel for a short time. She was married to Rodney Rabe on February 24, 1963 in Fontanelle. They farmed together in rural Arlington. Rodney died on November 17, 1994 but Joyce continued to live on the farm. She spent winters in Arizona before finally moving there permanently several years ago. While living in Nebraska Joyce was a member of Immanuel Lutheran Church, Hooper, since moving to Arizona she was a member of Lord of Life Lutheran Church in Sun City West.
Survivors:
Husband Glen Grumann of Surprise, AZ.
Children Renee (Michael) Schneider of Papillion
Jeff (LuAnn) Rabe of Arlington
Angie (Chad) Schuler of Gretna
Grandchildren Trey (Abby) Schneider
Travis Schneider
Dalton Rabe
Kamryn and Brooklyn Schuler
Sister Mardell (Tom) Wilkins of Fremont
Brother Marvin (Jodi) Meier of Herman
Sister-in-law Mary (Jim) Winterstein of Surprise, AZ.
Joyce was also preceded in death by her brother Steven Meier.
The funeral will be 10am Friday at Immanuel Lutheran Church east of Winslow. The Rev. Jonathan Ripke will officiate. Burial will follow in the Immanuel Lutheran Cemetery. A memorial fund will be determined at a later date. Visitation will be Thursday from 3pm to 8pm with the family receiving friends from 5pm to 7pm at the Ludvigsen Mortuary Chapel in Fremont.
Online guestbook at www.Ludvigsenmortuary.com
Condolences(5)
Lisa Brennenstuhl
Gretna, NE Thursday, July 16, 2015 Angie and family,I am so sorry to hear about the passing of your mother and grandmother. She must have been a wonderful woman because of how wonderful her daughter is. Prayers for your whole family.
Lisa
The Bodfield Family
crete, NE Thursday, July 16, 2015 Thinking of all of you at the passing of such a wonderful mother, grandmother, wife, and friend. I am honored to have known her, she is a truly beautiful person! Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.......Pam&Darren Merrill
omaha, NE Monday, July 13, 2015 Renee and family...So very sorry on the loss of your beautiful and kind mother. Darren and I are so blessed to have met her at the wedding and have a toast together. May she rest in God's hands. Prayers ,hugs,and smiles to you and your loved ones. Fondly,Darren and Pam MerrillLynn&Jeannine Moeller
Kenai, AK Sunday, July 12, 2015 Our sympathy and prayers go out to all of Joyce's family.We are sorry for your loss.
Lynn and Jeannine Moeller
Jim & Mary Winterstein
Surprise, AZ Saturday, July 11, 2015 Such a wonderful woman. We are very proud to call her our sister-in-law. Enjoyed having her live so close to us in Sun City Grand.