Joyce (Pearl) Andonian, 84, of Whitinsville, died Tuesday, August 20, at her home surrounded by her loving family. She is survived by her devoted husband of 62 years Ralph Andonian, three children John Andonian and his wife Kristen of Northbridge, Daniel Andonian of Vero Beach, FL and Cara Zechello and her husband Michael of Whitinsville, two beautiful granddaughters Julia and Sophia Zechello, her two great grand pups Jovie and Jett, who became her unofficial comfort dogs, two sisters in laws and many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her 3 siblings Vincent, Richard, and Raymond Pearl.

Joyce was born in Framingham, Ma on December 23, 1939, she was the daughter of the late Winfield and Julia (Powers) Pearl. She grew up in Framingham, was a graduate of Framingham High School and moved to Whitinsville 62 years ago when she married Ralph. Mrs. Andonian was a classroom aide at the Northbridge Public Schools for 30 years. She was a Teamster for the Local Union 170, and served as their Union Steward. Joyce was a longtime member of St. Patrick's Parish in Whitinsville, enjoyed her flower garden, loved traveling to Cape Cod and especially loved her family.   

Her funeral will be held on Monday, August 26 at 11a.m. at St. Patrick's Church, Cross St. Whitinsville. Burial will follow at St. Patrick's Cemetery. Calling hours at Carr Funeral Home 24 Hill St. Whitinsville will be held on Sunday, August 25 from 3 - 5p.m. In lieu of flowers donations in Joyce's memory may be made to VNA Care Hospice 67 Millbrook Street, Suite 500 North, Worcester, MA 01606.