Dean Joyal

Dean Joyal

September 04, 1932 - November 11, 2017

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Dean Joyal, 85, of Speedway, Indiana passed away unexpectedly at his home Saturday, November 11, 2017.  He was born September 4, 1932 in South Bend, Indiana which led to his lifelong love of Notre Dame football.  He spent his childhood in Huntington, Indiana.  Dean retired in 1997 from The Indianapolis Star after spending his entire career in the newspaper business.  Post retirement he worked 15 years at Auto Value in Indianapolis.  He was a member of the Knights of Columbus, VFW Post 1587, and the American Legion Post 64.


He is survived by his wife Martha Jane Joyal, daughters, Marrianna Brunner (Jeff) and Elizabeth Hamilton, grandchildren, Kevin, Scott, Abby, Marta, and Luke, 2 great grandchildren and his sisters, Sharon Marshall (Bob), Betty Nally (Ken), Kathy Spangenberg, and Irene Thrasher.  He was preceded in death by his parents, Paul and Edith (Bates) Joyal and sister, Shirley Tegge.

In lieu of flowers please make donations to St. Christopher Catholic Church.

 

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Tina Lawler Hoffman
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I'm so sorry to hear about Dean's passing. I always loved being around him. Cheer, Cheer for old Notre Dame.
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Tina Lawler Hoffman
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The Dobbs Family
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We always felt a kindred spirit with Dean, since we are both being from northern Indiana. May your family heal and remember the best of times.
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The Schmitz Family
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Liz, I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
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Patty Lyday
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Mari, Even tho I haven't seen you for years, I wanted you to know I am thinking of you and your family at this very difficult time. I hope loving memories and the passing of time will help to ease your sorrow. Hugs. Patty Hofmockel Lyday
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Ann Sumner
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Jane, I am sorry to hear about Dean. After everything gets settled down, please give me a call at the bank so we can go to lunch. My phone number is 317-442-8465. Our prayers are with your family. Ann Sumner

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