Joyce Susan Raveling
Joyce Susan Raveling passed away April 21 in Seattle Washington.

She was born March 11, 1955, to Ellen and Thomas Raveling in Spencer, Iowa, and was raised in Peterson, Iowa where she graduated from Sioux Valley High School in 1973.

Joyce received her B.A. from Yankton College in 1976 and received two M.S. degrees from the University of Oregon; one in Educational Policy and Management in 1981, and the second in Counseling Psychology in 1982. She will receive her PhD posthumously from the University of Washington in Educational Leadership and Policy Studies in June 2013.

Her deep faith guided her in concern for others. Whatever Joyce did, she provided leadership and compassion. At the University Presbyterian Church in Seattle, she was the event coordinator and team lead for World Markets. She also initiated Longest Night Services which reached out to those who were reminded of deep loss during the holidays. In addition, she participated in writing the Bible study guide that paralleled the sermon series.

Because of her passion for helping undergraduate and diverse student populations, she continued pursuing her doctoral degree until her premature death. She would have received her PhD in June.

The beautiful Christmas needlepoint stockings made for her seven grandnephews and grandnieces were a tribute for her interest in her family. She was also an animal lover, particularly cats. Clara, her cat, will miss her greatly. She was an avid sports fan. Keeping track of the latest sports news was a passion.

She was preceded in death by her parents and one nephew. She is survived her sister, Rita Riis (Norman) of Boulder, Colorado; her two brothers, Thomas (Sandra) of Cassville, Wisconsin; and David (Barbara) of Spencer, Iowa, four nieces, one nephew, five grandnephews, two grandnieces, and stepmother Delores Raveling.

She will be missed by her family, church and university community.

Please sign Joyce's guest book at www.cascadememorial.com .