Joyce Lee Sokolowski, 77, died on December 23rd , 2022, just hours after her husband Joe, with her family by her side.

Born March 10th, 1945, in Manhattan, she was the daughter of the late Solomon Goldberger and Hannah Goldberg Goldberger.

Graduating Jamacia High School in 1962, she went on to graduate from Manhattan Medical School in 1964 with a degree in Radiological Technologies.

Joyce worked as a X-Ray technician for over 40 years, 23 of those years at orthopedic associates for numerous doctors before retiring in 2006.

On October 19th, 1967, in Rhinebeck, Joyce married Joseph Leo Sokolowski, they were married for 55 years before Joseph passed away just hours before her. They were lucky enough to renew their vows in Jamacia for their 45th wedding anniversary in 2012.

In her younger years, Joyce was a member of the Polish Club, CB Radio, and many other organizations with her husband Joe.

Joyce was an active member of the 4-H Club, spending over 45 years of dedicated service helping those who she taught. She was also the founder of the Calico Pixies and Pixie Munchkin groups, where she took a role as leader for many years, often devoting time and skills to the little kids in preparation for the events for the Dutchess County Fair.

She also enjoyed, sewing, cooking, baking, tending to her garden and crafting.

Joyce is survived by her two children; Susan Sokolowski of Portland OR, and Tina Boryk and Husband John, of Clinton; three grandchildren; Michael, Ryan, and Olivia Boryk.

In keeping with her wishes, cremation has taken place.

Memorial calling hours for Joe and Joyce will take place on January 7th, 2022 from 3 to 6pm, a memorial service will take place at 6pm.

Her cremains will be Inurned with her husbands at Saratoga National Cemetery at a later date when the horses are running.

lieu of flowers Joyces family respectfully request donations to a charity of your choice.

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