Joyce Ann Austin

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KNOXVILLE, TENN. – Joyce Ann Farnum, 76, formerly of Andover, passed away on Friday (February 10, 2023) at Ben Atchley Tennessee State Veterans Home.

Joyce was born on February 9, 1947 in North Hornell to Leighton and Lucille Austin. She was a 1965 graduate of Alfred Almond Central School and retired in 2002 from Alfred University College of Ceramics after a 35-year career. On April 8, 1967 she married Duane L. Farnum who predeceased her on December 26, 2001.

Joyce is survived by a daughter, Doreen (Ron) Schommer of Knoxville, Tenn.; two granddaughters Abby Schommer of Knoxville, Tenn. and Raylyn (Daniel Lindenmuth) Schommer of Red Creek, N.Y.; one grandson Ryin Schommer of Ontario, N.Y.; a brother, Rod (Melanie) Austin; and many nieces, nephews and cousins.

In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by her son Matthew Farnum in March of 2022.

Joyce loved her grandchildren and was anticipating the arrival of a great-grandson due in June. She was an avid Buffalo Bills fan, a devotion that was passed down from her father who shared his love of football with her.

Joyce loved flower gardens, crafts and watching her birds. She had many fond memories of attending craft shows with her best friend Mary. Joyce spent years camping at Lake Lodge in Alfred with seasonal sites side by side with her parents. She enjoyed attending NASCAR races at Watkins Glen and local short track Woodhull Raceway with family and friends.

The family will hold a celebration of life this summer at a date to be determined followed by a private burial in the Maplewood Cemetery in Alfred Station. Arrangements are under direction of Baker-Swan Funeral Home in Andover. Online condolences may be offered at www.baker-swan.com.

Memorial contributions in Joyce's name may be made to American Heart Association, PO Box 840692, Dallas, TX 75284-0692. © 2022 Baker-Swan Funeral Home.

Joyce married Duane Leo Farnum on 8 Apr 1967 in Alfred, Allegany County, New York. Duane (son of Luther Clarence Farnum and Haxel Irene Wickwire) was born on 8 Aug 1945 in Wellsville, Allegany County, New York; died on 26 Dec 2001 in Corning, Steuben County, New York. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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NORTH FORT MYERS, FL – Matthew A. Farnum, formerly of Andover, passed away on Thursday (March 10, 2022) while battling cancer.

Mr. Farnum was born on May 22, 1970 in Hornell to Duane L. and Joyce A. (Austin) Farnum. He was a 1990 graduate of Andover Central School. Most recently, Matthew worked as a sales associate at Walmart in Hornell. He also worked at Unimart in Andover and he worked in food service at Alfred University

Along with his mother, Matt is survived by his sister, Doreen (Ron) Schommer of Knoxville, Tenn.; two nieces, Abby Schommer of Knoxville, Tenn. and Raylyn Schommer of Wolcott; a nephew, Ryin Schommer of Wolcott; and several aunts, uncles and cousins.

He was preceded in death by his father, Duane Farnum and his grandparents, Leighton and Lucille Austin, and Luther and Hazel Farnum.

Matt loved camping of any sort, whether roughing it in a tent or living the high life in a camper. Favorite local spots for him included Watkins Glenn with his mom and Alfred Lake Lodge permanent sites, where his grandparents, his parents, and he all had their own spots sharing the experience together. These were his most cherished memories; the ones he frequently visited.

He was a solitary soul who loved the outdoors. He delighted in the sights and sounds of nature. He was entirely content to sit on his porch observing and listening to the birds or even the rumble of thunder during a storm. Matt led a quiet life and enjoyed the simple pleasures to be had.

A private service will be held at the convenience of Matt's family, followed by burial in Maplewood Cemetery in Alfred Station. Arrangements are under the direction of Baker-Swan Funeral Home, Andover. Online condolences may be offered at www.baker-swan.com.

Memorial contributions in Matt's name may be made to Cancer Services of Allegany County, 100 South Highland Avenue, Wellsville NY 14895. © 2022 Baker-Swan Funeral Home.

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