Joyce Anita Sloan, beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother passed away peacefully on September 2nd, 2025, at the age of 88 years old. She was surrounded by her angels at the Davenport House.

Joyce was born in Petersburg, Virginia on Nov. 26th, 1936, to William and Bessie Gates. Her love of animals started early. She enjoyed sharing memories of riding horses and of cherished childhood cats and dogs. While attending church she met her one love Tom Sloan, who had joined the choir while stationed there on service. They enjoyed 56 years of marriage.

After marriage Joyce and Tom moved across the country and planted their roots in California. They raised their family and made a career selling real estate in the Bay Area. At the end of their careers, they retired and moved to Silverton, Oregon. It is here that they made a second chapter of life getting involved in their church and community. Joyce spent several years actively involved in her church. She loved plants and was a member of the garden club. As an avid reader Joyce was also very involved at the Silver Falls Library where she frequently won reading club awards and prizes.

Joyce was a proud dog mom and could frequently be found chatting with neighbors and making friends on their dog walks. Joyce was preceded in death by her beloved husband Tom Sloan and son Joe Sloan. She is survived by her children Steve Sloan (Nicole), Cynthia Sloan, grandchildren Kelly Maddux (Sloan), Joel Sloan (Amanda), and Elijah Sloan as well as her great-grandson Weston Sloan.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that contributions in Joyce's memory be made to a nature or animal organization of your choice. Joyce will be greatly missed and fondly remembered by her family, friends, and all who knew her.

Special thanks to the lovely ladies at the Davenport House, Traditions Hospice, and Ungers Funeral Home.

A memorial service will be held 12pm to 2pm on Sunday, October 5th at the Silverton Senior Center.