JOYCE BANDY

Joyce Bandy, 91, of Tulare, beloved matriarch, entered heaven peacefully on March 3, 2026. Born Joyce Laverne Badgley on July 11, 1934, Joyce spent her entire life in the community she loved. She graduated from Tulare Union High School, where she excelled in the marching band and dance, and where she caught the eye of the love of her life, Bob Bandy, a handsome young basketball player newly-arrived from Kentucky. Joyce attended College of the Sequoias and went on to work at Tulare Meat Company for many years. She served her community faithfully through church, PTA, and the Tulare Historical Museum. Joyce enjoyed square dancing, working in her garden, traveling the world, and having many adventures with her wide circle of friends. Spending time with family was her greatest joy, and she particularly loved hosting large backyard gatherings at her home on holidays and other special occasions.

Joyce was preceded in death by her dear husband of nearly 67 years, Robert Leland Bandy, and her parents William and Bonnie Badgley, who adored their only child. She is survived by four loving children, Carol Greeson (Bill), David Bandy (Cari), Donna Campbell (Webb), and Gayle Morgan (Scott); cherished grandchildren, Brett (Tina) and Ryan (Megan) Greeson, Kyle Lindsey Campbell Sommers (Charlie), Will (Alex) and Cole Campbell, William Morgan, and Madison Bandy; five great-grandchildren, Kiersten Flores (Josh), Kaylee, Kaleb, Ella, and Jake Greeson; and one great-great-grandson, Kooper Flores.

A graveside service will be held at the Tulare District Cemetery at 10am on March 20, 2026, with arrangements provided by Peers Lorentzen Funeral Service. A Celebration of Life will follow at Quail Park on Cypress, 4520 W. Cypress Ave. in Visalia. The family wishes to thank the wonderful staff and gracious residents of Quail Park for the friendships and loving care provided to Joyce over the pastfiveyears. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Tulare Historical Museum (Home | Tulare Historical Museum), Infinite Heart Hospice (Ihhospice.com), or the charity of one’s choice.