It is with heavy hearts the family announce the passing of Harold Joyce of Mactaquac, NB, on Wednesday February 22, 2017 at the Dr. Chalmers Regional Hospital. Harold was born July 3, 1927 in Saint John NB, a son of late Frank and Mary (Brideau) Joyce and was the husband of the late Ardith (Bailey) Joyce.

Harold was employed as a Printer for 38 years with the Daily Gleaner and the Telegraph Journal/Evening Times Globe.

He was a member of the Fredericton Amateur Speed Skating Club, as well as a Lifetime Associate Member. Harold was a well known Speed Skater who participated in many meets over his skating career in the Maritimes and New York. He also was a member of the NB Speed Skating Team that competed in the Senior Olympics held in  Quebec City. Until last year, Harold has been present at the Short Track Invitational Meet named after him, to present the Medals.

He is survived by his children Donald (Louise), Robert (Kim), Margo (Darlene); grandchildren Caleb, Bailey, Kasey, David and Kelly; great grandchildren Sawyer, Zander, Lincoln and Addison; nephew Gary; niece Pam. Predeceased by a brother Frank and a sister Madeline.

Following cremation, a celebration of Harold’s life will be held at Bishop’s Funeral Home, 540 Woodstock Road on Saturday February 25, 2017 from 2 – 4 PM & 6 – 9 PM. Interment of ashes will be held at a later date in the Sunny Bank Cemetery.

For those who wish, memorials may be made to the Fredericton Amateur Speed Skating Club.

Condolences, words of comfort and memories may be shared with the family at www.bishopsfuneralhome.com