LEICESTER: Joyce H. Chickering,87, of Leicester, died Thursday, Dec. 27 at The Meadows of Leicester.
She leaves several nieces, nephews, great nieces, nephews and cousins.
Joyce was an assembler for Rexnord Corp. in Auburn for many years before retiring. Born in Oxford, she was the daughter of Edna Stevens and lived most of her life in Leicester.
After her retirement, she became a care taker for the elderly. In her younger days, she was a coach for the Worcester Lassie's Softball League for many years.
Funeral services will be held on Saturday, Dec. 29 at 10 a.m. in the MORIN FUNERAL HOME, 1131 Main St., Leicester. A calling hour will precede the service from 9 to 10 a.m. Burial will be in Worcester County Memorial Park, Paxton. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Leicester Food Pantry, 759 Main St., Leicester, MA 01524.