Mrs. Joyce Dziedzic nee Matheson, of Lethbridge, beloved wife of the late Mr. Michael Dziedzic, passed away at Chinook Regional Hospital on Saturday, October 19, 2024, at the age of 91 years.

Joyce was born in Lethbridge, Alberta in 1933; the only girl in a family with 4 boys. Joyce graduated as a registered nurse from St. Michael’s Nursing Program in 1956. Joyce practiced nursing in the Crowsnest Pass and Pincher Creek. She retired as a public health nurse in 1996.

Mike and Joyce were married in 1962, and they resided on the ranch north of Burmis, where they raised two boys. After Mike’s passing in 2005, Joyce returned to Lethbridge where she stayed until her passing.

Joyce was a strong, independent woman who enjoyed the outdoors, walking, hiking, cross country skiing and traveling. Joyce and Mike were avid square dancers as well.

Joyce is survived by her sons Bruce (Tami) Dziedzic, Larry (Teri) Dziedzic; grandchildren Kyra Dziedzic, Brett Dziedzic, Cam Dziedzic; sister-in-law Dorothy Matheson as well as numerous nieces, nephews and their families.

Besides her loving husband Mike, Joyce was predeceased by her parents Samuel and Florence Matheson; brothers Bill Matheson, Bud Matheson, Sam Matheson and Clyde Matheson.

At Joyce’s request, there will be no funeral service. A celebration of her life will be celebrated at a later date. Cremation has been entrusted to Martin Brothers Funeral Chapels.

For those who wish, memorial donations may be made in Joyce’s name, to a charity of your choice.