NAPLES, FL- Joyce Doreen Emert passed away on February 25, 2013 in Naples, FL.

Born October 13, 1942 in Massena, NY, the daughter of James and Joan McCleave. Joyce moved from Syracuse, NY in 1977 to move to Naples,

She was an artist and employed in the banking industry. She was affiliated with the Unity of Naples Church since 1979. Joyce was a a member of the Naples Art Association. She married Darrell Bresee in 1966 they were married for 14 years. In 1987, Joyce married James Emert and they were married for 15 years.

Survivors include sister, Janet Potter; sons, Greg McCleave, Jon Bresee, Mark Bresee; Matthew Bresee; granddaughters, Emily Bresee, Sydney Bresee, Samantha Bresee, Madilyn Bresee and Carly Bresee; grandsons, Matthew Bresee and Jonathan Bresee.

Predeceased by parents, James and Joan McCleave; sister, Judith Layo and husband, James Emert.

Memorial service on Saturday, March 2, 2013 at 11:00 a.m. at Unity of Naples Church, 2000 Unity Way, Naples, FL 34112. Dr. Nicholas Griffin officiating.

Memorial contributions may be made to Humane Society of Collier County. humanesocietynaples.com/donate

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