On the afternoon of August 21st, 2023 Joyce passed away peacefully from kidney failure at the McCone County Hospital at the age of 80 years young.
Joyce was born in San Diego, CA on January 25th 1943. She was the oldest child of Olga and Joe Skornogoski
Joyce owned the Jr Department Store and loved volunteering as a dance coach, substitute teacher and other various community events. Joyce was also an avid artist who enjoyed creating paintings, beautiful engravings, along with going to craft shows and spreading her passion for art with many people across the state.
Joyce is preceded in death by parents Joe and Olga Skornogoski and step father Bob Cornelia. She is survived by her husband of 60 years Don Schriver, son Jay D Schriver (Deidra), daughter Nicole D (Schriver) Knowlton (Terry) along with three grandchildren Dillon, Lauren & Corey, and her siblings Judy Skornogoski, Joe Skornogoski & Larry Cornelia.
Graveside services will be held on Friday, August 25, 2023 at 11:00 a.m. at the Riverview Cemetery in Circle. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting: www.stevensonandsons.com.
Joyce J. Schriver, age 80, of Circle, MT
January 25, 1943 – August 21, 2023
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Maureen & Jim Stiles says
Dear Don, Jay, Deidra, Nicole, Terry, Dillion, Lauren, Corey, Judy, Joe & wife;Larry & Daleen;
You have our heartfelt sympathy in the death of your wife, mother, mother-in-law, grandma, & sister, sister-in-law, Joyce.
Joyce was a very talented artist. She enjoyed leading & sewing costumes for Dance Cats. I helped Joyce see some outfits for Dance Cats & rode along on the bus with the girls as a chaperone when they performed at halftime of a basketball game. Don & Joyce attended our many anniversaries at the Bowling Alley. We enjoyed riding in their boat at Fort Peck,
We will miss her! Rest in peace, Joyce!
With love, prayers, & sympathy,
Jim & Maureen
Tami Strand says
Don Jay Nicole and family. Thoughts and Prayers for all of you as grieve the loss of a wonderful woman. It was always fun to go the Jr Dept store on lunch break from school and buy the candy she had on display the juju coins especially. I also remember being one of the Dance Cats. She was always so kind. Could visit for hours if you had the time, RIP Joyce. So glad she got to be a part of the last Schriver family reunion that was put on, Love Jeff and Tami Strand
Lana Craig says
Rest in Peace Joyce..I am flooded with memories of this dear friend..75 years of memories…To all of Joyce family…my thoughts and prayers of condolence. Classmate: Lana Craig
Susie Erickson says
Dear Don, Jay, Nicole and families, Judy, Joey, Larry and families, My heart is breaking for all of you. Sooo many memories. I remember how cute she was, in her Walker with her mamma in the old Variety Store when her dad was in the service. I thought she was like a real live doll. She was so sweet then and she didn’t change. So many memories of living next door to her. It was like one family living in two houses. She will be missed by so many. Sending all my love and condolences.
Karen Wolff says
Dear Don, Jay, Nicole, and families,
Our thoughts and prayers are for you and the enormous loss you feel now. We remember Joyce as an out-going person who wore many hats and was always willing to face challenges. She stepped up when needed and showed leadership in the community. Her contributions on Main Street, in the school and church, and in several organizations bring good memories for us and comfort to you.
Karen and Dennis Wolff
Bob and Marge Moore says
I am so sorry in your loss. Joyce was such a vibrant person always so busy, helping with every project that needed help. She loved the lake and her Don being there also. Hugs to each and everyone of you. Prays to Joyce in heaven.
Maureen Curtiss says
I have so many wonderful memories of Joyce. She was one of my dearest friends and i loved her like a sister. We did many things together with our daughters Janel and Nicole. From Girl Scouts to drill team, Joyce always did her best to help all our girls learn and have fun together. Joyce organized the Sagebrush Art Club and we taught art classes together. All our adventures were so much fun, we recently talked on the phone about that. I’m sending my love and condolences to all of Joyces family. She was a wonderful lady and will be missed and remembered always.
Dorothy Pearson (Dent) says
Dear Shriver, Skornogoski, Siler, and Cornelia Families,
My heart aches because we have lost Joyce. As a small child, Joyce was part of my extended family; five years older, she was my “biggest” sister. While I have so many memories of those early Circle days, one vision particularly stands out. Joyce was modeling prom dresses at the Circle Department Store while I was her seated audience. In every dress she looked like a Disney World Movie Princess or a Dresden doll; exquisitely, perfectly, petitely, adorable. But more importantly, throughout her life, Joyce focused on service to others in every imaginable way. She always “joined up” and made physical and spiritual contributions to help others, all while emanating her special Zip, and Zazzy zealous spirit. About five years ago, Judy, Joyce, and I spent a long memorable weekend together. Joyce sparkled with energetic enthusiasm, her positive cheerful nature was an elevating and joyful experience. I am so thankful we shared that unforgettable time together and hold all my living memories of us close and dear. Joyce celebrated her life with joy and love. She will be missed by all. My thoughts and prayers are for you during this time of grief and sorrow. With loving sympathy, Cousin Dorothy
Dick Moline says
Rest in Pease sweet Lady, I sure enjoyed all the laughs and fun times past. Julie and I extend our sympathy to Don and family. Dick and Julie Moline
Lorrane Dressler says
So sorry for your loss. She was a wonderful person and classmate. By
Greg Berger says
Don, Jay, Nicole, and families,
My sincerest condolences go out to each and every one of you during this difficult time. Reading these remembrances reminds me of when she owned the Jr. Dept Store and also working alongside her during our town’s All Class Reunions. She was one of a kind and will be missed. Rest in Peace, Joyce, Rest In Peace.
Tammy Naasz Enghusen says
Sending my condolences to all her families and friends. I’d always go over there and visit her when I got bored at the bar visiting Dad. Lol. She was a wonderful lady. Much love!! Tammy Naasz Enghusen