Joyce Louise Whalen

 Joyce Louise Whalen, 94, of Bradenton, Florida died Saturday, January 10, 2026.

 Her life began January 4, 1932 in Richmond, Indiana the second of four children born to Frank and Christine Lang. She married Donald Whalen in May 17, 1952 in Richmond, Indiana. After forty-four year of marriage, he preceded her in death in April of 1997.

 Throughout her life, Joyce worked for Gerber as a seamstress. She decorated cakes and enjoyed doing crafts. When she and Donald, moved to Florida. They enjoyed working together at various jobs.

 Joyce will be greatly missed by family and friends. She is survived by daughters, Cynthia (Steve) Wolfe of Minneapolis, Minnesota, Darlene (Bryan) Stethem of South Bend, Indiana; son, Donald P. (Laura) Whalen of Parrish, Florida; seven grandchildren, Traci (Randy) Akers, Barry (Heather) Kole, Danny (Darcy) Hoffman, Stephanie (Brandon) Morrell, Justin (Shannon) Whalen, Sarah (Mike) Parnell, Patrick Wolfe; seven great grandchildren, Brandon (Adelle) Kole, Brandy (Connor) Clarke, Kim (Nolan) Gray, Caitlyn Akers, Hannah Kole, Brooklyn Morrell, Sydney Morrell; and a host of nieces and nephews.

 She was preceded in death by her parents; her beloved husband; and her siblings.

 Family and friends will gather Saturday, January 17, 2026 from 11:00 am until time of service at 12:00 noon in Halbritter Wickens Funeral Services, 615 East Main Street, Niles. Joyce will be laid to rest beside her husband in Silverbrook Cemetery.

 The family prefers contributions in memory of Joyce be made to Inspired Living, 5424 Lena Road, Bradenton, Florida 34211.

 Arrangements have been entrusted to Halbritter Wickens Funeral Services, Niles. Please share a memory or a message online: halbritterwickens.com.