Palmer- Joyce Piechota, 77, passed away January 31, 2026. She was born on May 14, 1948 in Monson, MA to the late Clarence and Theresa (Beauchemin) Pikul. Joyce was a lifelong resident of Palmer and graduated from Palmer High School. She dedicated her time to caring for her home and raising her family. Besides her parents, Joyce was preceded in death by her husband, Eugene Piechota, in 2015. She is survived by her son, Todd Piechota; daughter, Tracie Fradet and her husband, Paul; grandchildren, Eva and Amelia Fradet; and her siblings, Clarence Pikul, Jim Pikul, Steven Pikul, and Betty Gatesman.A period of visitation will be held on Monday, February 9, 2026 from 4-6pm with a catholic service to begin at 6pm at the Beers & Story Palmer Funeral Home.