Joyce La Count

Joyce M. La Count, age 71, of Oneida passed away on Saturday, January 29, 2022 at St. Mary's Hospital.

Joyce was born on April 15, 1950 to the late Raymond and Alvina (Goffard) Van Lanen.

She was united in marriage to William La Count June 6, 1970, they celebrated 47 years of marriage. He preceded her in death on August 30, 2017.

Joyce helped Bill in the family construction and trucking businesses. She liked the challenge of making sure the books balanced. For over 20 years she worked for the Oneida Tribe in the Development department.

Crafting was her life and she enjoyed making others happy with her gifts. Her creativity and skills allowed her to make new creations that grew from ideas from her family and friends. Her biggest pride was her children, grandchildren, and great-granddaughter.

She is survived by her children: Randy (Wendy) La Count, Jake (Dawn) La Count, Stacy Martin; grandchildren: Kayla (Matt) Bierhals, Christina La Count, Cameron La Count; great-granddaughter, Avery Bierhals; siblings: John (Bonnie) Van Lanen, Marlene Van Lieshout, David (Nadine) Van Lanen, Steve (Debbie) Van Lanen, and Mark Van Lanen. Joyce is further survived by nieces and nephews, and members of the La Count family.

She was preceded in death by her husband, William La Count; son-in-law, Corey Martin; and brother-in-law, Leo Van Lieshout.

Friends may call at Muehl-Boettcher Funeral Home, Seymour, on Monday, February 7, 2022 from 4:00 pm until the funeral service at 6:00 pm with Deacon Bobby Doxtator officiating. Burial will take place in St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery, Oneida.

Online condolences may be expressed to Joyce's family at www.muehlboettcher.com.