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Edward R.
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1935 - 2011
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Obituary for Edward R. Joy

Ellsworth Falls
Edward R. Joy, 76, passed away March 31, 2011 at an Ellsworth hospital surrounded by his family. He was born in Franklin, March 4, 1935 the son of Alden and Retha (Gordon) Joy.
He worked at the Ellsworth Woolen Textile Mill, Coke Bottling Co. of FL, and Sargents’ Trailer Sales for over 30 years. He then owned and operated the Ellsworth Mobile Homes in Ellsworth Falls. Ed enjoyed spending time with his family and friends on Graham Lake. His favorite pastime was going to yard sales and always his morning coffee with friends at Dunkin Donuts.
He is survived by his beloved wife of 57 wonderful years, Louise M. (Urquhart) Joy of Ellsworth Falls; children, Debbie Jordan and husband Harvey of Waltham, Elizabeth Newman and husband Steve of Delaware, Joanne Hopkins and husband Hoyt of Hancock, Tommy Joy and wife Amber of Ellsworth Falls, Teresa Gray and husband Richard of Trenton, Maryann Tozier and husband Dennis of Ellsworth; grandchildren, Michael, Tina, Karen, Steve Jr., Jeremy, Heath, Amanda, Andrew, Richie, Gregory Jr., Amy, and Denise; 11 great-grandchildren; Sisters, Clara Salisbury of CT, Donna McNulty of MA., Dianne Carter of Ellsworth; brother, David Joy of CT. He was predeceased by his parents; son, Timmy; daughter, Barbara Ann; twin sons at birth; brothers and sisters, Gerald Turner, Alden Joy Jr., Hayden Joy, Lila Leonard, Polly Farnsworth, Janice Clough; and his beloved dog, Camilla.
A funeral service will be held 2:00 pm, Monday, April 4, 2011 at Jordan-Fernald, 113 Franklin St. Ellsworth. Spring interment will be at Woodbine Cemetery, Ellsworth.
Contributions in Ed’s memory may be made to the American Lung Assoc. of Maine, 122 State St. Augusta, ME 04330 and/or Maine Coast Memorial Hospital, c/o Pulmonary Department, 50 Union St. Ellsworth 04605
Condolences may be expressed at www.jordanfernald.com
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