Joyce S. Duclos 63, died unexpectedly at her home Tuesday May 6, 2014. Born March 23, 1951 in St. Johnsbury, VT, the daughter of the late Floyd and Margaret (Martin) Sumner. She was a graduate of Rutland High School class of 1969. She married John Duclos June 11, 2004 in La Paz, Mexico. Joyce wore many hats in her lifetime. She was a fiercely devoted wife, mother and Grandmother. She spent countless hours doing volunteer work for several local causes, and National organizations, including Business for professional Women, and The American Cancer Society. She publicly fought to exploit water contamination in Vermont, and we also have her to thank for the over-due traffic light at Route 7 and Monkton Road. Joyce was employed as an office manager at Solos in Middlebury. She also spent many years as a Child care provider in her home. Joyce loved to travel, sky dive, photography, and plan lavish events for her family and friends. Her creative energy and endless imagination made every event extra memorable. She is survived by her husband John Duclos of Middlebury, by her children, Kristi LaFayette of Lincoln, Kasey LaFayette Trujillo and husband Jeremy of Loveland, CO., Jesse LaFayette of CO., and Karly McConnell of Middlebury. Also by her mother-in-law Norma Duclos of Middlebury and her sister-in-law Amy Quesnel of Whiting. Also by her grandchildren (in order), Ora LaFayette, Domenic DeNapoli, Sunny LaFayette, Nina Bel DeNapoli, Micah McConnell, Charlotte McConnell, River Trujillo, and Magnolia LaFayette. Joyce was predeceased by her former husband Richard LaFayette, on August 5, 1987, and by her parents. Also by her Siblings, Lana Sumner and Charles Chic Sumner, and by her father-in-law Norbert Nub Duclos. A celebration of her life will be held on May 14th at the Town Hall Theatre from 4-6pm. Memorial contributions can be made to Otter Creek Daycare, or to www.gofundme.com/80gje8 for Joyce's granddaughter, Charlotte LaFayette McConnell who was injured by a vehicle April 1st on Weybridge St. in Middlebury. Arrangements are under the direction of the Sanderson-Ducharme Funeral Homes. www.sandersonfuneralservice.com