Florence Joyce 1926-2026

By Atascadero News · Sun Feb 22 2026

Florence Joyce, 99, of Paso Robles, went to her heavenly home to be with Jesus Christ our Lord on January 29, 2026. She was born on November 18, 1926, in New Underwood, South Dakota. She married Robert Anthony Joyce in 1947 in Hot Springs, South Dakota. 

In 1957, the family moved to California, settling in Paso Robles and Templeton. 

Florence worked as a waitress at Smith’s Restaurant and Vic’s Cafe. 

She is survived by her five children, Kathryn, Robert (Valorie), Michael (Vicky), Carol (Jim), and Patrick. Six grandchildren, Robby, Jacob, Kami, Jeremy, Joshua, and Samuel. Three great-grandchildren, Riley, Ryan, and Josie.

She spent the last seven years of her life at Vineyard Hills. 

Florence had nine brothers and sisters. She was the last of the ten. She will be missed.