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Obituary

Joyce Alcocer (Boyajian) Michaels went to be with her Jesus on Saturday evening, August 23, 2025, after an 18-month battle with breast cancer, fought with grace and courage. She was surrounded by her children, her husband, and her beloved dog Millie as she entered the presence of her Lord.

Joyce was born on June 25, 1960, in Chicago, Illinois, to Sark and Alice Boyajian. She was the middle of three daughters, with her older sister, …

Personal note from Mark, Hope, Madeline & Luke

Our hearts are broken, but we are thankful that our beautiful Joyce is no longer suffering. We will miss her tremendously and would love for you to share your favorite memories, notes, or photos of her on this website.
We will be sharing them during her Celebration of Life and treasuring these memories for years to come. Alternatively, you can email your photo and story to Hope at hopealcocer@gmail.com, and she will make sure it is included.

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Born

June 25th, 1960
Chicago, IL
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Had a child, Hope Alcocer

1988
Great Lakes Naval Station, Illinois St, North Chicago, IL
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Got married

September 5th, 1992
Palos Park, IL

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