Joyce L. Marchese

Joyce L. Marchese, 89 of Batavia, passed away on Sunday, June 16, 2019 at Premier Genesee Center. She was born October 5, 1929 to the late Glen (Rena) Hammond. Joyce is preceded in death by her husband Salvatore J. Marchese and daughter-in-law Michele (Hunt) Marchese. Joyce was very active in raising her family by planning family activities, travel and outings. For years she was a co-owner and participated in the daily operations of Heveron’s Hotel, restaurant and tavern. Joyce enjoyed spending time with her children and grandchildren along with painting, knitting, traveling and of course playing card games. Joyce is survived by her children Glenna Harloff and her children Kevin (Carolyn) Geisler, David (Jackie) Geisler, Jennifer (Jeff) Barnes and Michael (Lisa) Harloff; Paul Marchese; Peter M. (Deborah Wade) Marchese and his children Philip (Adrienne) Marchese, Sara Marchese; S. (Lori) Marchese; Daniel (Terri) Marchese and their children Daniel (Carolyn) Marchese, Salvatore Marchese, Miles (Lexi) Marchese; four great-grandchildren along with many nieces and nephews. Friends are invited to call on Thursday, June 20, 2019 from 4 to 7 PM at Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc. 329-333 West Main Street, Batavia, New York 14020. A 9:30 AM Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, June 21, 2019 at Resurrection Parish, 18 Ellicott Street, Batavia, New York 14020. Joyce will be entombed in St. Joseph’s Mausoleum, Batavia. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Resurrection Parish, 18 Ellicott St. Batavia, NY 14020. For more information please call 585-343-8260 or to leave a message of condolence please visit www.gilmartinfuneralhome.com. Arrangements completed by Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc. 329-333 West Main Street Batavia, New York 14020.