Joyce Elaine Brockway, 83, of Burlington, died Saturday, July 11, 2026, at the Southeast Iowa Regional Hospice House in West Burlington.
Born June 20, 1943, in Burlington, Joyce was the daughter of Stanley Robert and Helen Koch Herman. While attending Burlington Notre Dame Catholic High School, Joyce met her lifelong sweetheart, Terry Martin Brockway. They graduated together in the class of 1961 and were married on May 2, 1964, at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Burlington.
She was the office manager and matron for the Des Moines County Sheriff's Department for 30 years and an accountant for Derby Furniture for several years.
Joyce was deeply committed to her community, generously volunteering her time with numerous local organizations throughout the years. She served as president of West Burlington Little League Baseball, was a board member of Des Moines County Recycling, board member of Des Moines County Emergency Management, and worked as the office administrator for Des Moines County Conservation. She was an active member of the Burlington Junior Women's League, where she especially enjoyed participating in the annual "Follies". She also dedicated her time to the West Burlington Athletic Boosters Club and the Burlington Optimist Club.
Joyce found her greatest joy in spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. She loved hosting memorable parties and family gatherings. The holidays held a special place in her heart, as they provided opportunities to bring family and friends together. Joyce treasured the lifelong friendships she cultivated, leaving a lasting impression on everyone fortunate enough to know her. She loved traveling in the RV and looked forward to spending winters in Lake Placid, Florida, as well as golfing, swimming, playing cards, and shopping.
Survivors include her husband, Terry Brockway; one son, Bruce (Tiffini) Brockway; two daughters, Denise (Joe) Hanks and Cathy (John) Rheinschmidt all of Burlington, IA; ten grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; one brother, Jerry (Connie) Herman of Burlington; one sister, Rita Lewis of Carthage, IL; one sister-in-law, Sue Herman of Tuscon, AZ; and nieces, nephews and great-nieces and great-nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents; one grandson, Garrett Brockway; and one brother, Tom Herman.
The family will receive friends 9:00 to 10:45 a.m. Monday, July 20, 2026, at Divine Mercy Parish-St. John the Baptist Catholic Church.
The Memorial Mass of the Resurrection for Mrs. Brockway will be 11:00 AM Monday, July 20, 2026, at Divine Mercy Parish-St. John the Baptist Catholic Church with Fr. Jake Greiner as the Celebrant.
In lieu of flowers, memorials have been established for Heart Song, Inc. and Divine Mercy Parish.