Michael "Dugan" Joyce

Michael "Dugan" Joyce, age 65, of Dayton, passed away on February 11, 2024. He was born on October 10, 1958 to the late John and Berta Joyce.

Dugan enjoyed the outdoors, and he loved to go camping and fishing. He was an "award-winning" fisherman. He also was a great cook, and his lasagna was a family favorite. In his spare time, he also enjoyed reading and spending time with his dogs. Dugan was the neighborhood Dad. He was very generous with his time and was always helping others in his community. He was a loving husband, dad and papaw, and he will be greatly missed.

In addition to his parents, Dugan was preceded in death by his wife, Jo Joyce and grandchildren: Brendan and Bryna Jones.

He is survived by his children: Teresa (John) McManaman and John (Kimi) Joyce; grandchildren: Brady Jones, Clara Joyce and Alannah Joyce; his brother, Kevin Joyce; his faithful companions, Buffalo and Lola; and many nieces, nephews, family and friends.

A visitation will be held from 11:00am to 12:00pm on Monday, February 19, 2024 at Newcomer North Chapel, 4104 Needmore Road, in Dayton, where the funeral service will begin at 12:00pm. Following the service, he will be laid to rest with Jo at Forest Hills Memorial Gardens.

Dugan loved sharing stories, so for his service, please come and share your favorite story about him.

Dugan's service will be livestreamed at the scheduled service time. Click here to view the service.

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