Obituary of Joyce C. Farnham

Joyce Carol Farnham, 71, of Old Bridge, New Jersey, passed away peacefully at home on January 26, 2026.

Born on October 9, 1954, and raised in Staten Island, New York, Joyce lived a life rooted in faith, devotion, and love for her family and friends. 

A born-again Christian and a deeply devoted servant of God, she shaped her life around service—to her church at Gateway Cathedral, to her family, her friends, and to anyone who had the blessing of knowing her. 

Her faith was not just belief, but something that informed the way she lived daily through kindness, generosity, prayer, and a selfless care for all those around her.

She graduated from secretarial school and then worked in New York City for the banking industry, where she was known for her strong work ethic, reliability, and professionalism—qualities that mirrored the way she lived her life at home.

Joyce was fiercely dedicated to her two sons, Justin E. Farnham and Jason G. Farnham.  She poured her heart into raising them with love, guidance, and unwavering support. Her love for them was constant, sacrificial, and enduring.

She expressed her love in countless ways to all who came into her life. She found so much joy in caring for others, which will forever be her legacy.

Joyce loved shopping, decorating for the holidays, and baking treats for the many people she cherished. These gestures were not just traditions, but expressions of warmth, empathy, and the love that she delighted in sharing with her family and friends.

She is Predeceased by:  her mother, Evelyn Nesse And Survived by:  her father, Clarence Nesse,  her beloved sons, Justin E. Farnham and Jason G. Farnham, her twin sister, June Markatos, her husband Robert, and their children Jennifer Landeen and husband Justin, Laurie Markatos and husband Dimitris Karanikas, and Robert Markatos and wife Marie, her sister Janet Grell,

her brother Robert Nesse, his wife Tina, and their children Christina Cottone and husband Philip, Michael Nesse and wife Jennifer, Robert Nesse Jr. and wife Alyssa, and Thomas Nesse, her Uncle, Konrad Knutsen, And cousins Melissa Knutsen, Roy Nesse, Nancy Gray and her husband Harold, Patricia McGee, Daniel Damanskis and his wife Diane, and David Damankis and his wife Carol.  

A graveside service will be held on Friday, January 30, at 12:00 noon, at Oceanview Cemetery in Staten Island, New York.

Joyce will be remembered for her unwavering faith, her servant’s heart, her willingness to help anyone in need, and her devotion as a mother, daughter, sister, aunt, and friend. Her life stands as a testament to love given freely, faith lived fully, and a family forever shaped by her presence.  Her family takes comfort in knowing she is at peace with Jesus now.

“Let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven.”

-Matthew 5:16