Joyce E. Zummallen

Joyce E. (Pittman) ZumMallen passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 21. A devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend that will be greatly missed. Joyce was born in Vermillion County, IL on Sept 25, 1934, to Ralph C. and Agnes (McIver) Pittman and lived in Rosseville, IL until she moved "up North". There she met the love of her life, Fred. They were married on November 24, 1962. She always said that was one of the best days of her life. Joy was artistic and loved to sew, as many of you may have one of her potholders. She was a long-time member of Salem Lutheran Church and active in the Ladies Aid there.

She is preceded in death by her parents, two sisters; Norma June (Kenneth) Richardson, Nelma Jean (John) Hightshoe and two brothers; Warren Glenn (Jean) Pittman, Wendel Ralph (Judy) Pittman. Also, her husband of 50 years Frederick W. ZumMallen. She is survived by her daughter Lisa (Robert) Groszek, Grandchildren Jacob (Allyson) Groszek, Julia (Michael) Moore, three great grandchildren, Willam, Molly and Noah, and many dearly loved nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be Wednesday April 24, from 9:30am until the time of service at 11am at the Salem Lutheran Church 18324 Ashland Ave., Homewood, IL. Interment to follow at St. John Lutheran Cemetery in Country Club Hills, IL

In lieu of flowers memorials may be given the Salem Lutheran Church or your favorite charity in her name. For additional information contact tews-ryanfh.com or call 708-798-5300.