LAGRANGEVILLE – Joyce K. Kerzner, 82, an area resident since 1963, passed away on June 28, 2024 at the Grand at Pawling.

Born in New York City on December 11, 1941, Joyce was the daughter the of the late David and Lillian (Valentine) King and grew up on Long Island. Joyce was employed as a secretary in the athletic department of Arlington High School for over 23 years, and then continued to work as a substitute into her 70s! She was the only non-athlete inducted into the Arlington Athletic Hall of Fame.

Joyce enjoyed traveling the world with her husband, and visited destinations including Russia, China, South America, and Europe. She was also an avid gardener. Most of all, she was a proud grandmother, and dedicated her time to attending their games and events.

On April 20, 1963 At Our Lady of Assumption Church in Copiague, Long Island, Joyce married Kenneth J. Kerzner. She is survived by Kenneth after being happily married for 61 years. She is also survived by her children, Christine Dondero and her husband John of Greenville, SC, Matthew Kerzner of Memphis, MO, and Gregory Kerzner and his wife Lauren of Red Hook; her grandchildren, Lindsey and Michael, Regan, and Karl and Madeline; her sister, Janet Jaeger; her former daughter-in-law, Nancy Kerzner; and many nieces and nephews.

Calling hours will be held at the McHoul Funeral Home, Inc., 895 Route 82, Hopewell Junction on Tuesday, July 2nd from 3-6 pm with a service beginning at 5:45 pm. Please visit Joyce's Book of Memories at www.mchoulfuneralhome.com.