Joyce Meriam Hanlan

October 27, 1923 - March 15, 2021

Joyce Meriam Hanlan, (Nana), 97 of Jamaica, NY passed away on Monday, March 15th , 2021. Nana was born in St. James, Jamaica West Indies on October 27th , 1923. She moved to England in the 1950s where she became a post-lady for the Royal Mail. While in England, she received a degree in Nursing from Coventry School of Nursing. In the 1970s, Nana settled in the United States and worked as a private nurse until she retired. Nana was married to Ferdie Hanlan on October 31st , 1953. They were married for 50 years until his passing. Nana worked as a Registered Nurse and enjoyed taking trips to Atlantic City, playing BINGO, making dresses, crocheting, cooking, baking cakes, good belly-aching laughs, joking around with loved ones and spending time with her family. Nana is survived by her 4 children; Beverly, who was her primary care-taker until her passing, Durene, Trevor, and Norma, 20 grandchildren, 30 great-grandchildren, 13 great-great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews and many friends. Nana is preceded in death by her 3 sisters and 3 brothers. Nana was a true definition of a matriarch and it expanded beyond her immediate family. The love she had for others was evident throughout her entire life and she will be remembered far beyond her years. She will always be in our hearts and remain our one and only Nana.