In loving memory of

Joyce E. Edic
February 17, 2011

Joyce Elaine Edic, one of two children of Keith Robert Peters and Julaine Alice (Perkins) Christians, was born on October 10, 1963 in Council Bluffs, Iowa. She grew up in Carson, Iowa and graduated from Carson-Macedonia High School in 1982. Joyce attended Stewart's Cosmetology School in Council Bluffs and worked at a salon for a short time before taking a position at Mutual of Omaha. There she started on the switchboard and quickly worked her way up through the communications department.

On December 29, 1984, Joyce and Cory Michael Edic were married at the Carson Presbyterian Church. They made their home in Carson and were blessed with a son, Mitchel Rian. The family were members of the Carson Presbyterian Church and Joyce enjoyed camping, taking photos, dancing, and spending time with family and friends.

In 2000, Joyce took a position with ConAgra where she managed the voice services department and handled all the business cell phone and wireless accounts across the country. In 2010, Joyce's health forced her to retire. She and Cory had been married 26 years when Joyce died at their Carson home on February 17, 2011, at the age of 47 years, 4 months, and 7 days. She was preceded in death by her father, Keith Peters.

Joyce is survived by her husband Cory Edic of Carson; son Mitch Edic and Abbie Poort of Council Bluffs, IA; parents, Julaine and Bill Christians of Carson; step-mother Jo Peters of Council Bluffs; sister Robin Spitznagle and husband Jim of Council Bluffs; step-brothers, Eric Christians and wife Blanca of Carson, and Tim Christians and wife Wanda of Syracuse, NE; nieces and nephews; other relatives and many friends.


A memorial fund has been established.

Tributes

Kim (Carter) Rooney wrote on Mar 1, 2011:

"My deepest sympothy in your loss. I have moved away from Carson and did not hear about Joyce. I know she will be greatly missed by many. I always thought she was a nice and pleasant person. May you find peace in knowing she is now in the best place and is no longer suffering."

Heather (Farr) Smirnoff wrote on Feb 28, 2011:

"I remember going over to Joyce's to play back in the early'70's...she was such a great kid and I see that she grew into a great lady. The world is a little off for the lack of her now. I am so sorry for her leaving so early. May God bless and keep your family."

Byron, Karen and Ashley Way wrote on Feb 22, 2011:

"We were so sorry to hear of Joyce's passing. May you find comfort in God and the many happy memories you've all shared through the years. Joyce was a wonderful person who had such a caring heart. Please know you all are in our thoughts and prayers. "

Mark Knoke wrote on Feb 21, 2011:

"Cory and Mitch, I am very sorry for your loss, Joyce was a very wonderful lady and will be missed by all who knew her.You are in my prayers."

Steve, Lisa, Devan & Dakota Feigenbutz wrote on Feb 21, 2011:

"Cory & Mitch - We were so saddened to hear of Joyce's passing but know she is no longer suffering. She will be your special guardian angel now keeping watch over all her family. Keep the memories close to your heart and she will remain there with you forever. You are in our thoughts and prayers. With Deepest Sympathy - Steve, Lisa, Devan & Dakota Feigenbutz"

Robert Wilczewski wrote on Feb 21, 2011:

"Cory,Mitch,Curt, Carol and Families We are thinking of you during these sad times. Robert/Carole Wilczewski"

Lowell and Deb Forristall wrote on Feb 20, 2011:

"Cory and Mitch, we are sending our love and prayers. God blessed you with a wonderful, loving wife, mother and friend. "

Scott A Belt wrote on Feb 20, 2011:

"Cory, Very sorry to here of your wife passing, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.PEACE"

Steve & Alba Spitznagle wrote on Feb 19, 2011:

"Cory, we didn't really know Joyce that long or that well, but the little contact we did have with her was most enjoyable as she was a very fun-loving gal, and we'll miss her at the campouts. You and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers. "

Matt Fender wrote on Feb 19, 2011:

"Cory and Mitch, I have many fond memories of hanging out with you all. Joyce will be missed my many. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. She is in a much better place and without pain now. I love you all!"

Diane Jordening wrote on Feb 19, 2011:

"I first met Joyce on the Hill at Mutual of Omaha - we both left there and started at ConAgra on the same day. I thoroughy enjoyed Joyce's humor and positive nature. She will be missed by many including me. God Bless All of You as He and Joyce watch over you from above. "

Jodi Smith wrote on Feb 18, 2011:

"Cory, Mitch and family, I'm so sorry for your loss. I'll continue to keep your family in my prayers. Joyce was a wonderful woman and will be truly missed. God bless you."

Lisa (Skank) Fulton wrote on Feb 18, 2011:

"Joyce was ALWAYS "one of the good ones", and she will be missed by so many. My greatest sympathies are with Cory, family and friends. I'm so sorry for your loss."

Shannon Robertson wrote on Feb 18, 2011:

"Mitch - I'm so sorry to hear about your mom! My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family!"

Nancy Strong wrote on Feb 18, 2011:

"My thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time. Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal, you are in my thoughts and prayers."

Cindy Gerst-Brigham wrote on Feb 18, 2011:

"Mitch, I am sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my prayers. Rely on Love to help you through this time. God is with you. As well as your family and friends. Take one day at a time. Take Care. "

Sharon Stickler wrote on Feb 18, 2011:

"Joyce will be missed by many people. She had a beautiful soul and now she is a beautiful angel. "

Darcy Rollins Story wrote on Feb 18, 2011:

"Sorry for your loss, God bless each of you "

Jack Chaney & Ruth Dawson wrote on Feb 18, 2011:

" Joyce will be missed by all that knew her, she always had a smile on her face. She was a very special person and now she is a special angel in heaven. Our thougths and prayers are with all of you. "

Jacque Jekrovich wrote on Feb 18, 2011:

"Cory: You are in my prayers... Everyone has so many fond memories of Joyceâ?¦she truly touched so many people in a positive way! God Bless, "

Dan Hendrix wrote on Feb 18, 2011:

"Cory and Mitch, I am sorry for your loss. Joyce was always a cheery and happy person. She was a beautiful and fun person to be around. Peace and love to your family. Dan Hendrix"

Shirley Carr Jefferson wrote on Feb 18, 2011:

"Cory, I'm so sorry to hear that Joyce is gone. You and your family are in my prayers"

Julie Tiekotter wrote on Feb 18, 2011:

"Your family are in my thoughts and prayers. I had some of best times and laughs with Joyce on our drives back and forth to Beauty School. She will be missed."

Jolene and Jim Peterson wrote on Feb 17, 2011:

"We are so heart broken to hear of Joyce's passing. I have such wonderful memories of Joyce and I know that she will be missed by everyone that knew her. My heart goes out to all of you. Please know you are in my prayers!"

Mr. & Mrs. Brian Alff wrote on Feb 17, 2011:

"Our family is thinking of yours in this time of loss."

Paula & Dean Pilling wrote on Feb 17, 2011:

"Joyce was so strong, and fought a hard fight. She is with Jesus now and He will take very good care of her. For those of us that were fortunate enough to know and love Joyce will miss her. Please know that you are in our prayers."

Dana & Diane Eggers wrote on Feb 17, 2011:

"Our hearts break for your family's loss. We understand the battle Joyce fought with you by her side! She will be deeply missed for she was always a bright light in our "Circle of Love"."

Melissa Lewis wrote on Feb 17, 2011:

"Cory & Mitch, You are in our thoughts and prayers. It's hard to let her go, but now she will not suffer anymore. Take care, Rick & Melissa Lewis Kiley, Lanie, & Jacie Feigenbutz"

Ed and Mary Osborn wrote on Feb 17, 2011:

"The entire family is in our thoughts and prayers. Joyce is now at peace. All our love to the family."

Rob Hill wrote on Feb 17, 2011:

"Joyce was a very special person and was always cheerful. My first camping experience Joyce and Cory invited me to go camp with them. I enjoyed the company and time spent. Joyce will be dearly missed. My heart and prayers goes out to the family. "

Gary & Julie Funkhouser wrote on Feb 17, 2011:

"We were so sorry to hear of Joyce's passing. May the happy memories you've shared through the years ease your sorrow now. Thinking of Joyce, we especially recall her lovely voice. "

Lorna Hedinger (Husz) wrote on Feb 17, 2011:

"I am so sorry for your loss-my sympathies to you all. Lorna Hedinger (Husz)"

Karrie Weis wrote on Feb 17, 2011:

"We will all miss Joyce- such a great-spirited person who everyone loved to be around. I wish you all strength and love through this difficult time. Remember the good times, Joyce would want you to do that. God Bless- Love & Prayers, Karrie"

Dick and Cindy Fender wrote on Feb 17, 2011:

"You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Joyce will be missed a great deal. So Sorry. "

Pam Rairdin wrote on Feb 17, 2011:

"I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Joyce was such a special friend to me and I recall so many fond childhood memories with her. I am saddened, as you are, by this loss. May God's promise give you the strength and courage to face the days without her. Sincerely, Pam Phillips Rairdin"

Julie Mehsling-Hackel wrote on Feb 17, 2011:

"So sorry for your loss. Joyce and I went to Beauty School together, so it's been awhile since we spoke, but I remember how great she was even then. My thoughts and prayers to you all and your family."

Mary Stempel wrote on Feb 17, 2011:

"Cory, Mitch, and family, Please accept my sympathy for your family's loss. Mitch, I have warm memories of your mom and dad always there for your speech performances. She is resting much easier now. Mary E. Stempel"