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Michael Joyce Obituary

Joyce, Michael G. "MJ"

Michael G. "MJ" Joyce; beloved brother to Shawn (Paula), Maureen, Sheila, and Peter (Marcy) Gleason. Loving uncle to Joshua, Bridget Scaglione, Zachary, Luke Hammes, Bianca (Sean) Gallivan, Gracie, and Stella Gleason. Fond cousin to many. And a friend to all.

Michael enlisted in the Air Force during the Vietnam War. His assignment was to work with computer systems. In civilian life, he continued his work as a computer expert.

Michael was a kind soul. He was generous with both his time and his resources for those in need. He spent many years volunteering at Holy Name Cathedral. Michael was also an avid traveler. Years ago, he purchased a lifetime pass on American Airlines, and he traveled the world.

Services will be held on Thursday, January 9 from 11 AM to 1 PM at Gibbons Family Funeral Home 5917 W. Irving Park Rd., Chicago, IL 60634. Interment private. For info (773) 777-3944 or www.GFFH.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jan. 5, 2025.

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Deborah Visram

February 4, 2025

I was an employee for American Airlines in LHR and have many fond memories of Mr Joyce flying through a real gentleman... will miss seeing him ...My thoughts and prayers to the family

Eloisa Sanchez

January 12, 2025

Very sorry passed good soul know him many years from St Agne church soup kitchen in New York resting in peace

Glenda Villanueva

January 9, 2025

I met Michael while working at American Airlines at Chicago O'Hare.
I would see him often at the ticket counter. He was always very nice and was the easiest to take care of during OSO days at the airport. He was Executive Platinum and by the time I left AA he was at 22 million miles. He had bought an Air pass and when flights were cancelled and he couldn't go where he originally booked internationaly he would book to another country. I remember he was going to LHR and it was cancelled, I let him know, he said don't worry Glenda just book me to Tokyo and back I'll get out tomorrow night. He had it all figured out, he could shower at the club, sleep and eat on the plane.
He did a lot for charity and the church. He was a gentleman. I will miss him dearly

Michele

January 7, 2025

My mom knew Mike as family. I didn´t know him closely, but growing up, he always sent me the most beautiful pop up Christmas cards. He was always so kind and generous to think of my sisters and I. Peace to his family in this time of loss

M Flowers

January 6, 2025

I work for American Airlines and Mr Joyce was always friendly and kind to us. It was a pleasure to see him and assist him in his journey. May he rest in peace.

Fr. Thomas Nangle

January 6, 2025

I remember Mike well from my years at Holy Name, and he was always generous with his expertise and pleasant presence. May he know God´s ease now.

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