Joyce Marie Colson
Joyce “JC” Colson, 50, of Lincoln, Nebraska, passed away peacefully April 6, 2023.
Born in Pawnee City, Nebraska, in 1973, JC grew up enjoying sports and the outdoors. She graduated from Lincoln School of Commerce with a degree in fashion merchandising in 1993.
JC loved her work as Volunteer Services Manager at CHI Health St. Elizabeth and the opportunity it provided to touch others’ lives. She prioritized getting to know people, and, whether they were lifelong friends or new acquaintances, she lifted their spirits with her thoughtful gestures and musical laugh. Creative, kind, and independent, she pushed back against life’s troubles with a sense of humor that was sometimes zany and sometimes wry.
JC will be deeply missed. She is survived by sister Carol Stermensky and her husband Gage Stermensky; sister Cathy Beutler; brother Rob Colson; aunt Diane Hall; aunt Saundra Menninga; aunt Betty Colson; uncle Richard Colson; and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. She is preceded in death by her mother Iola Colson and grandparents Elmer and Lauretta Colson.
JC requested memorials to St. Elizabeth Foundation designated for Volunteer Services. Memorials may also be sent to the family for family’s choice.
A celebration of life will be held 4 p.m., Friday, April 14, at Aldersgate United Methodist Church, 8320 South Street, Lincoln, Nebraska.
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Joyce it’s David your neighbor sorry to hear of your passing, you are a good person, fun to be around and know, you are very caring person with a good heart and you will be missed, you are in good hands now.
Sincerely,
David
Rest in peace now cousin
I am so shocked to hear of jc’s passing. I am her neighbor and had been texting her with no response .she was the first person I met when I moved here almost 5 years ago. She made me feel welcomed. I wish I had the right words to express my sincere condolences. May she rest in eternal peace.
Jc our good friend we loved her. Knew her for 10 years Vicki and cathi from.mahoney park. OK to put in paper obituaries everybody loved jc. Cathi Phelps
I am so sorry for JC Colson passing away she does have heartfelt to our volunteers when we all came in to meet her she was super fun and kind person and friendly to us rest in peace Joyce Colson you will be missed dearly
Blessings to JC and her entire family. It was a joy to know her, and I will always have a special place in my heart for the lady who called me “Boss.” Rest in peace JC… you are in pain no more.
Prayers sent to all who loved and knew Joyce. May god wrap his arms around each of us during this time of sorrow. She will be greatly missed by all, but she is now at peace with our Lord and Saviour. Till we meet again. Please give my dad a hug for me. Love you Joyce!
Worked with JC for over eight years. So sad to hear of her passing. Rest in peace, JC.
JC was a part of a great team at the Strategic Air Command and Aerospace Museum, part of the management team, running the store and visitor services. Emotions and empathy always ran high with JC, a trait that endeared her to those who worked around her. Her passion and sensitivity will be missed. Goodbye JC, we’ll remember you always
I worked with JC at JC Penney in the early 90’s. I haven’t had much contact with her since I moved away from Nebraska, but I never forgot her upbeat personality. She was friend to everyone. Her kind spirit will be missed.
JC’s kindness and consideration toward others was rivaled by none. Guided by her heart and deep sense of empathy, she valued the smallest interaction and sought the most out of life. Thank you, JC, for your passion and endless kindness. Your heart knew no bounds. You will be missed.
gone but not forgotten,love u RIP ,LOVE your Aunt Diane RIP
I had the pleasure of a being coworker and a friend of JC for over 30 years and my heart is broken, what a beautiful soul she had. She might be gone but will remain in my heart forever!
I went to college with JC. I’m sadden to hear of her passing. May she rest in eternal peace.
My sympathy goes our to JC’s family for their loss. JC was the coordinator for tour guides at the SAC museum for many years. She was a very sweet lady with a wonderful soul. She will be greatly missed.
Steve C
JC worked for a long time at the Strategic Air Command & Aerospace Museum as a Guest Services and Gift Shop Manager. She kindly served hundreds of thousands of guests, volunteers, and staff. The world is now a bit smaller, JC having gone on to a final reward. Blessings upon all affected by her passing. Peace be upon thee.
I worked as a volunteer at the SAC museum where JC was the long time Gift Store manager and volunteer coordinator. She was so proud of the work she did promoting the museum and helping the volunteers-unbelievably conscientious and helpful always wanting to do the right thing. The world will miss her.
Prayers sent to all who loved and knew Joyce . SORRY we are not able to attend as we have a very full day planned So very sad about the only time we get to see family is for a funeral 🙁
JC worked with my mom, Donna years ago at Four Star Card and Gift Gallery! I remember her from stopping in from time to time and JC Penny’s after that! She always had a smile that would light up the room! My mom wouldn’t remember her now, (Dang Dementia!) but I know she would be heartbroken if she did! She loved all the ladies she worked with! I’m so sorry to hear of JC’s passing. My thoughts and prayers go out to all of her family and friends! May she rest in peace!
So sorry for your loss. Your family is in our thoughts prayers.
Dear Colson Family,
I am a neighbor of JC’s and would like to extend my sincere condolences her family. I am truly saddened to hear of her passing.
While I didn’t know her well, it was very evident that she was a kind and caring person. She always greeted me with a smile on her face followed by a warm ‘hello’. We’d spend a few minutes chatting before going our separate ways. One thing is for sure our little neighborhood will not be the same without her in it. May her light live on in the hearts of all who were blessed to know her.
Warm regards,
Debbie Way
I was very saddened to hear about JC. She was the one who hired me at the SAC Museum five years ago. I will always remember her kindness and empathy. Rest in peace JC and my condolences to her family and friends.
JP Wilson
JC loved and cared for all in her life without limits. Her’s was a heart filled with compassion and sincerity. We were all blessed to have her in our lives, she was a gift from God.
I am a volunteer at Saint Elizabeth’s and JC was always very kind and friendly to me when I came in to volunteer. We would chat about our day and she would always ask me how I was doing. She will be greatly missed and my prayers go out to her family and friends. May she rest in peace.
As a member of the Roughriders… we send our deepest condolences.
I wish I was with you in your finally days here, JC. I should have known when you didn’t call me back, but I was hoping you were just resting. I know that you are in heaven now having the time of your life and I’m looking forward to seeing you there when I go, save a seat for me. You are such a loving and funny girl and always a pleasure to be around and I will truly miss you!!! Till we meet again 🙂 love you! Denise
I’m so sorry to hear of JC’s passing. She was my supervisor when I got my first job at JCPenney. She was warm and funny, and I will always remember her fondly. I hope she’s in a better place, surrounded by an endless supply of the beautiful flowers she always loved. Peace and blessings to all those left behind.