Age 80, of Penn Hills, formerly of Lawrenceville, on Saturday, June 22, 2024. Beloved wife of the late James R. Dawson; loving mother of Lisa Holt, Thomas (Rebecca) Dawson and Robert Dawson; devoted grandmother of Chris Collings, Rebecca Holt, Travis Dawson, Kiefer Dawson, Kirk Montrose, Jr. and Brandon (Nikki) Myers; sister of Edward Wirth and Donna Bailey; also survived by nieces and nephews.

Family and friends are welcomed at the WALTER J. ZALEWSKI FUNERAL HOME, 216 44th Street, Lawrenceville, on Tuesday, June 25, 2024 from 4-8 p.m. Funeral Service at the Funeral Home on Wednesday, June 26, 2024 at 12:00 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made in Joyce's name to an animal shelter of one's choice.