Passed away at home in Petaluma, CA, December 7, 2013 at the age of 92 years. Beloved wife of the late Hans S. Raven. Loving mother of Bruce (Mary) Raven, Trina (Gene) Corda, and Christy (Larry) Silacci. Cherished grandmother of Brian Raven, Neely Raven, Chris Corda, Janna Corda, Doug Silacci and Lucas Silacci. Great grandmother of 6. Joy is also survived by her best friend since junior high school, Audrey Foot. The family also express their appreciation to Joy's caregiver, Mele Radrodro.
A native of Petaluma, CA., Joy's parents,Reuben and Lila Thompson and her uncle, Jefferson Thompson were the founders of the Marin French Cheese Factory in the early 1860's.
At the request of Joy, there will be no services. The family prefer memorials be made to Hospice of Petaluma, 416 Payran St., Petaluma, CA 94952 or to your favorite charity.