“Thou wilt keep him in perfect peace whose mind is stayed on thee: because he trusteth in Thee.” Isaiah 26:3 This was her favorite bible verse, and Miriam Joy Echelberger trusted in the Lord and her faith was strengthened.
Joy Echelberger, 87, of Mansfield, passed away Thursday, January 23, 2025 at The Good Shepherd Home in Ashland.
The daughter of Robert and Helen (Mouser) Wallace, Joy was born June 8, 1937 in Mansfield where she was raised and also graduated from Mansfield Senior High School.
She was a talented seamstress and crocheter. Making fashionable outfits for her children and herself. Musically gifted, Joy played the organ and for a few years, also sang for the Sweet Adelines. She was an amazing cook, preparing delicious homemade meals and desserts.
Joy enjoyed summers spent on Lake Erie with her family.
She is survived by her children Jeff (Cindy) Leedy of Louisiana, Julie (Brett) Snyder of Bellville, and John (Colby) Leedy of Mansfield; as well as 8 grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her husband Dale Echelberger; her son James Leedy Jr., siblings Robert Wallace, Ann Stoner and Jane Yacapraro.
The Lexington Avenue Snyder Funeral Home is honored to serve Miriam’s family.
In her memory, memorial contributions may be made to Southern Care Hospice or The Good Shepherd Home of Ashland.
Funeral Home: Snyder Funeral Home
Website: www.snyderfuneralhomes.com
