Joyce M. Slocomb

BURLINGTON, MASS. — Joyce M. Slocomb, 80, of Burlington, Mass. passed away on May 4, 2011 following a courageous battle against cancer.

Born in Somerville, Mass., she was a lifelong resident of Burlington. She was a stay-at-home mom until her children graduated from school then she entered the workforce. Her favorite hobbies were gardening, embroidery and crafts.

She was predeceased by her husband in 1990 and two grandchildren.

She is survived by sons, Frank Slocomb Jr. of Bridgton and Paul Slocomb of Burlington, Mass.; a daughter, Marie McCafferty of Burlington, Mass.; eight grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.

Funeral services were private.

Memorial donations can be made to the American Cancer Society, 30 Speen Street, Framingham, MA 01701.