Joyce Gillispie Rumburg, 80, of Amherst, passed away on Thursday, March 24, 2022 at her home surrounded by her family. She was born in Washington, D.C., on December 24, 1941, a daughter of Donald Lee Gillispie and Claudia Horton Gillispie. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a brother, Donald Gillispie. She was a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Joyce brought a lifetime of experience in her career with public service in Prince George County, MD before becoming the director of Amherst County Habitat for Humanity. She was a Master Gardener and loved animals. She also loved to travel and enjoyed history; her favorite place to explore was Historic Williamsburg, VA. Joyce is survived by three daughters, Jaye Clark (Philip), Frances “Nealy” Johnson (James), Elizabeth Ann Shelley; a son, Jeffrey Winfred Rumburg (Kimberli); seven grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and a brother, Michael Gillispie (Margaret). A private memorial service will be held at a later date. Arrangements by Burch-Messier Funeral Home, Bedford, 540-586-7360
