News Summary
Joyce E. Stevens Gauvin, a cherished member of the Providence community, passed away peacefully at her home at the age of 84 after a courageous battle with lymphoma. Joyce was well-known for her commitment to family and community service, serving over three decades in a professional career prior to running the Electrology Center in North Providence. She leaves behind a loving family and a lasting legacy in her community, where her contributions and caring spirit will be fondly remembered.
Providence, Rhode Island – Beloved Community Figure Joyce E. Stevens Gauvin Passes Away at 84
Joyce E. Stevens Gauvin, a cherished member of the Providence community, passed away peacefully at her home on September 4, 2025, at the age of 84. She had been bravely battling lymphoma in her final years. Joyce is remembered fondly as the beloved wife of Norman E. Gauvin and a significant figure in both her family and community.
Born in Providence, Joyce was the daughter of the late Albert A. Johnson, Sr. and Mary R. (Carrier) Johnson. She graduated from St. Xavier’s Academy and dedicated more than three decades of her professional life to New England Telephone Company, where she served as an Accounting Staff Manager. After retiring from the phone company, Joyce turned her career towards helping others by opening and operating the Electrology Center in North Providence for an impressive 13 years.
Family and Survivors
Joyce is survived by her husband, Norman, and a close-knit family that includes her brother Ronald W. Johnson, a retired firefighter, and his wife Jane, who reside in North Scituate. She also leaves behind her nephew Michael A. Johnson, who is a retired firefighter living in West Warwick, and niece Linda Johnson Rossini, along with her husband Anthony, who live in Florham Park, NJ. Joyce will also be missed by her grandnephew Christopher J. Rossini and grandniece Alyssa M. Rossini, both residing in Florham Park, NJ. Additionally, her sister-in-law, Madeline D. Johnson, lives in West Palm Beach, FL.
Joyce’s family legacy is further extended through Norman’s sons, Bruce D. Gauvin, a retired firefighter from Madison, AL, and Peter J. Gauvin of Greenville, RI, along with their respective families. She was predeceased by her brother Albert “Mooney” A. Johnson, Jr. and her niece Lauren M. Johnson. Joyce was also the former wife of the late Howard G. Stevens, a retired firefighter.
Services and Donations
A Mass of Christian Burial for Joyce is scheduled for Tuesday, September 9, 2025, at 11:00 AM at St. Augustine Church, located at 639 Mt. Pleasant Avenue in Providence. Following the service, burial will take place at St. Ann Cemetery. The family welcomes relatives and friends to attend the service and pay their respects to Joyce.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made in Joyce’s memory to St. Augustine Church at 20 Old Road, Providence, RI 02908. Online condolences can be submitted through the funeral home’s website, providing an avenue for friends and family to share their memories and support the family during this difficult time.
Legacy and Impact
Throughout her life, Joyce E. Stevens Gauvin was deeply embedded in her community, recognized for her years of commitment to service both in her professional career and through her personal endeavors. Her legacy is characterized by deep familial bonds, caring professional relationships, and a strong sense of community involvement that touched many lives.
As many remember Joyce for her contributions and the love she shared, she leaves behind a mark on the hearts of those who knew her, ensuring that her spirit continues to resonate in Providence and beyond.
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- Dignity Memorial: Joyce E. Stevens Gauvin
- Dignity Memorial: Services for Joyce E. Stevens Gauvin
- Dignity Memorial: Memorial Donations for Joyce E. Stevens Gauvin
- Wikipedia: Rhode Island
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Rhode Island
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