Joyce M. Wasco

JOYCE M. WASCO (neé BOCCHIERI), age 70, beloved wife for 18 years of E. Martin “Marty”; cherished daughter of the late John and Mary (neé Frano) Bocchieri; dearest sister of John Jr. (Sondra), David (Cindy), and Rick Bocchieri; loving sister-in-law of Connie (Bob) Campbell and Cindy (Jim) Patton; dear aunt, great-aunt, and friend of many, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family, on August 5, 2026.

Joyce was born on April 19, 1956, in Cleveland, Ohio and grew up in Wickliffe, Ohio. Upon graduation from high school, Joyce began a long and steadfast career as an inside sales manager. Her dedication and commitment to her profession spanned nearly 50 years, revealing qualities of innovation, loyalty and integrity.

Joyce enjoyed dancing and Tae Bo kickboxing. A devoted animal lover, she was a dog mom to Reagan and the late Nieka. She enjoyed cruising with her husband, Marty on his Harley and in their convertible Corvette.

Joyce was hardworking and organized, ever the beating heart of her family. She had a nurturing and fiercely loyal spirit toward her loved ones. She faithfully took on a large role of caring for her parents as they aged. Her loving heart was evidenced by her showering those she loved with special gifts. Her nephews and nieces and great nephews and nieces were especially blessed by her personal interest in each of them.

Joyce, an excellent cook, would spend hours preparing her famous lasagna for holiday and Sunday family gatherings, often hosted at her house. It made watching Browns football easier to cope with.

Joyce attended Calvary Assembly of God in Willoughby Hills, Ohio with her family from childhood, and her faith in Christ was evident in her strength of character. Although lovely in appearance, she was recognized especially for her inner beauty of spirit. She will always be remembered for her caring heart, joyful spirit, and devotion to her family and faith.

Those wishing to extend their love in honor of Joyce may make a contribution to a memorial fund HERE that will be distributed to several of her favorite charities. 

Family will receive friends to pay tribute to and celebrate the life of Joyce at THE DeJOHN-FLYNN-MYLOTT FUNERAL HOME OF WILLOUGHBY HILLS, 28890 CHARDON ROAD (between Bishop Rd. and Rt. 91) Tuesday, August 11th from 3 – 7pm.

Visitation will be Wednesday, August 12, 2026 at Calvary Assembly of God, 28870 Chardon Rd, Willoughby Hills, OH 44092 from 10 – 11 am, with the Celebration of Life service to follow immediately in the sanctuary.

Burial will take place afterward at Western Reserve Memorial Gardens in Chesterland, Ohio.