Joyce A. Geren

Joyce A. Geren, age 85 of Celina, Ohio passed away on Thursday, October 1, 2026 at the Celina Manor Nursing Home. She was born on August 13, 1941 the daughter of the late Roy S. and Bernice (Spangler) Geren. Joyce grew up in Continental and Columbus Grove before moving to Celina.

As a young woman, Joyce studied shorthand and held a variety of positions. She worked as a secretary, a nurse's aide, and as a clerk at her father's grocery store, Geren's IGA.

Joyce had a lifelong love of music and enjoyed playing the piano. She especially loved Hymns and Christian music and enjoyed watching religious Music programs. Joyce was also very fond of her cats, which brought her companionship and enjoyment throughout her life.

Joyce was preceded in death by her parents and her brothers R. William "Bill" (Dolores) Geren and Clare Geren.

She is survived by her nieces and nephews; Nancy (Andy) Carter, Tom (Lisa) Geren, Jeannie (Frank) Dietz, Mark (Julie Copeland) Geren and Betty (Tim) Anderson, along with their families.

Joyce's Family would like to express their sincere appreciation to the staff of the Celina Manor Nursing Home for the care and Kindness they provided to her over the past eight and half years, and to Grand Lake Hospice for their compassionate care during her final weeks.

In accordance with Joyce's wishes, there will be no public visitation or viewing. A graveside service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at the West Monroe Cemetery in Continental, Ohio, with Rev. Craig Flack officiating.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Grand Lake Hospice C/O JTD Hospital Foundation 200 St. Clair Street Saint Marys, Ohio 45885. Condolences may be shared with the Geren family on-line at LehmanDzendzelFH.com. May She rest peacefully in God's eternal care.