Joyce Billy Mikles' Obituary
Joyce Louise Billy Mikles, 68, passed away peacefully at her home in Clearwater on December 31, 2023. Joyce was born on December 17, 1955, in Syracuse, New York. She was the daughter of the late Robert Billy and Alberta (Volz) Billy. Joyce was preceded in death by her beloved husband Steve Mikles. She is survived by her daughters Claire Rabideau (Cage), Allie Flores (Mike), and Alicia Mikles (Daniel); six grandchildren Maddox, Luke, Jack, Alice, Ari and Fiona; and her siblings Nancy Maher, Joan Bonaparte, Jean Netti (John) and Stephen Billy.
Joyce had a charitable heart and abounding love for the Lord. She served faithfully at her parish, Light of Christ Catholic Church, in various ways over the last four decades. She also coordinated and served meals to the homeless, through Pinellas Hope, putting her beliefs into action. Joyce loved the beauty of nature, sunsets in particular. She enjoyed many outdoor activities, including kayaking, biking and hiking. She graduated from Broward College with a degree in Interior Design. She was a homemaker, who always found joy in hosting and cooking meals for those she loved. Her grandchildren were also one of her greatest treasures.
Joyce will be deeply missed, but her family and friends rest in the comfort of her being united with Jesus.
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