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Joyce Tisdale Apple MALVERN, PA - Joyce Tisdale Apple of Malvern, passed away on Wednesday November 10, 2010, at Paoli Hospital with her family by her side. She was 72 years old. Joyce was born February 26, 1938, in Greeleyville, SC. She was the daughter of the late Charles and Thelma (nee Player) Tisdale and the beloved wife of Peter F. Apple with whom she shared 45 1/2 years of marriage. Joyce was a graduate of Greeleyville High School, she was a member of the Women's Exchange of Wayne, PA and a faithful member of the Church of the Good Samaritan. In addition to her husband, Joyce is survived by her three children; Lawrie Apple Myers (Neil) of Raleigh, NC, Meg Apple Claffey (Tom) of Glenmoore, PA and Katy Apple Christiansen (Ryan) of Howell, NJ, eight grandchildren, two sisters Betty Tait (Herb) and Dolly Infinger (James), and 15 nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her brother Charles L. Tisdale Jr. Relatives and friends are invited to Joyce's Memorial Service on Saturday Novemebr 13, at 11 a.m., at the Church of the Good Samaritan 212 West Lancaster Avenue, Paoli, PA. Calling period will be from 10 to 11 a.m., at the church. Interment will be private at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, donations in Joyce's name can be made to Neighborhood V.N. Hospice 795 E. Marshall St. Suite 204, West Chester, PA 19380, or McDowell Presbyterian Church Box 435, Greeleyville, SC 29056. Family services are by Mauger Givnish Funeral Home 1-800-GIVNISH. Visit our guestbook at www.postandcourier.com/ deaths

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier from Nov. 11 to Nov. 12, 2010.

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November 16, 2010

Dear Peter: You may not remember me, I worked with you years ago at Fidelity Bank in Bridgeport. I am so sorry to hear of the death of your family. May she be at peace. Bonnie De Biasio

November 13, 2010

I met Joyce in 1958 when we worked together at a bank in Charleston. She became a very good and true friend. Although we lost contact over the years, I did think of her often. My deepest sympathies. Judith Holcombe Wilbanks, Columbia SC

November 12, 2010

Lawrie, my heart aches for you and your family. Your mother was such an endearing person and I am so glad I got a chance to know her. I will continue to keep you and your family in my prayers and will meet you with open arms when you get home. Jenny Stovall (Raleigh, NC)

Kelly Miller

November 12, 2010

Our many prayers and warm thoughts are with you, Meg, and your family. May all the wonderful memories, faith, and love give you the strength you need.

November 12, 2010

Peter---sorry for your loss. Bill Lamb

November 12, 2010

Peter---very sorry for your loss. Bill Lamb

November 12, 2010

Peter--so sorry for your loss. Bill Lamb

Jenny & Ed Neal

November 12, 2010

Dolly and family, our thoughts and prayers are with you. We pray that the preciious memories you have of Joyce will help you through these next days. Love you!

Dave and Faye Rogers

November 11, 2010

We would like to express our condolences to the family. Joyce will be missed by many people in addition to the family.

Dave and Faye Rogers

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