Joyce Ann Morehouse, 68, of Milford, Ind., passed away at 9 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 1, 2012, at I.U. Goshen Hospital after a lengthy illness.

She was born on Feb. 10, 1944, in Rolla, Mo. On May 29, 1961, she married Tom Morehouse who survives.

She was a homemaker and worked as a cashier for several local companies.

Surviving in addition to her husband are two daughters: Tomi Sue Kauffman and Rhonda (Eric) Long; a son: Sam (Brenda) Morehouse; 5 grandchildren: Thomas (Rachel) Kauffman, Bridget and Erika Long, Samantha and Kyle Morehouse; and one great-grandchild: Ben Kauffman.

She was preceded in death by her parents: Georgia and Elmer Rassi.

A celebration of life will be held at a later date.

She will be missed by family and friends.

Mishler Funeral Home, Milford, is handling the arrangements.

Memorial contributions may be given to H.O.P.E. for Animals, 1333 Maycrest Drive, Fort Wayne, IN 46805 or the Kosciusko County Animal Welfare League.