Peacefully at the Maison Aube-Lumière, Sherbrooke on Saturday, June 12, 2010 at the age of 71 years. Joyce was the beloved daughter of the late David Nicholson and the late Ruth MacDonald. Joyce was the wife of the late Joseph Rankin and the loving companion and best friend of Paul Emile Lortitch, step mother to Lucie, Denise, Lise and Benoit (Julie) Lortitch. She is survived by her sister Gail (Dale Farrell) and brother Vernon and was predeceased by her sister Wenda and brother Wesley. She is also survived by many nieces, nephews and cousins. A graveside service will be held at the Gisla Cemetery, Milan Que on Saturday, June 26, 2010 at 2pm. Memorial tributes may be made to the Gisla Cemetery,C/O Gail Farrell, 32 Willowdale St. Sherbrooke, QC J1M 0B6. Arrangements entrusted to the Cass Funeral Home (819)564-1750 / www.casshomes.ca