Joyce Gilles, 96, of Plum City, WI, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, in her home on November 5th.

Joyce was born on January 31, 1928 in Union Township, WI to Harry and Zula Fisher. After she finished high school in 1946, she worked in health care for 60+ years. In 1949, Joyce married Elwood “Billy” Gilles and they were married for 49 years and had 2 beautiful children.

Joyce loved spending time with her family, loved to read and she spent her life in the service of others.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Harry and Zula Fisher, her husband Bill, daughter, Debra Dettling, sisters Arva (Earl) Ebensperger, Anita (Bob)Ebensperger and brother Joe & Marilyn Fisher.  She is survived by son, Stanley (Karen) Gilles, Brother Tim (Gail) Fisher, and all of her beloved five grandchildren and twelve great grandchildren.

A celebration of life will be held on November 17, from 1:00pm to 4:00pm at Molly’s in Plum City.

Rhiel Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Durand, is serving the family.

Condolences

1. Wayne Lutz November 9, 2024, at 10:01pm

   Very sorry for your loss.

2. Carl Saueressig November 7, 2024, at 8:01pm

   My condolences to Joyce’s family. Great person

3. Paul Hanson November 7, 2024, at 7:27pm

   I am so sorry for her family's loss. Joyce always had a smile and every time I stopped, she would chat for hours. She was the sweetest lady and had a mind full of wisdom. She loved to talk about her family.

4. Michele (Mickie Kaufman) Valk November 7, 2024, at 3:07pm

   My thoughts and prayers are with all of the remaining family. I have beautiful memories of Joyce when I was growing up. Especially the Fourth of July celebration each year. Take care!

5. Joanne Hovey November 7, 2024, at 1:12pm

   I am so sorry to learn of this. Joyce was a very nice caring woman. Sympathy to family and friends

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