Kingston, NH: Joyce Christine (Daly) Clarke, age 87, passed away peacefully on May 11th, at Colonial Poplin, Fremont NH.

Born July 11, 1934 in Haverhill, Massachusetts, daughter of the late Maurice S. and Violet (Greenlaw) Daly, she was the wife of the late Richard A. Clarke for 66 years.

Joyce was a dedicated wife, mother and friend. She was a devoted member of the First Congregational Church of Kingston. Joyce grew up working on the family farm, honing her skills in agriculture, and against all odds, she earned her GED and went on to become a licensed real estate agent. An accomplished seamstress, her many talents encompassed all needle arts, especially sewing and quilting. For thirteen years, she was a proud business owner of Northern Yarns and Crafts.

Joyce is survived by four children, James S. Clarke and wife, Kathy of Atkinson, NH, Christine M. Clarke-Swift of Danville NH, David A. Clarke and wife, Donna of Brentwood, NH and Dianne J. Clarke of Newton, NH; a sister-in-law, Mary J. Buswell and her husband, Leonard of Haverhill, MA and sister-in-law, Beatrice Clarke of Hampstead, NH, along with nine grandchildren and ten great-grandchildren and numerous beloved nieces, nephews and cousins.

Relatives and friends may call on Thursday, May 19, 2022, from 4 to 7 p.m. at Brookside Chapel & Funeral Home, 116 Main St., Plaistow, NH. Her funeral services will be held on Friday, May 20, 2022, at 11 a.m. at The First Congregational Church of Kingston, 6 Church St., Kingston, NH. In respect of other attendees, Masks are encouraged. Burial will take place at a later date. Memorial donations may be made to the American Heart Association. To leave a message of condolence or to share a precious memory, and to find directions to our funeral home, please visit www.brooksidechapelfh.com .