Joyce Nelson, 83, of Hingham, Mass., passed away Dec. 5, 2011.

She was predeceased by her husband, Robert J. Nelson, and daughter, Connie Schorsch.

She is survived by her sons, Michael Nelson and wife Tina of Ware Neck, Va., and Tom Nelson and wife Colleene of Washington state; daughter, Bonnie Piekarski and husband Greg of Hingham; eight grandchildren, and 10 great-grandchildren.

A memorial service will be held Monday, Dec. 12, in Massachusetts.