Joyce Louis Hoel

Joyce Louis Gore Hoel

“Morning Blossom”

January 8, 1945 – July 21, 2025

Joyce Louis Gore Hoel, lovingly known as “Morning Blossom,” passed away peacefully on July 21, 2025, at 11:07 p.m. in Saratoga Springs, Utah, surrounded by her family.

Born on January 8, 1945, in Longmont, Colorado, to George Washington Gore and Leona Louise Saunders, Joyce lived a life rooted in love, strength, and selfless service. She was a proud member of the Cherokee Nation and served with honor as the Cherokee Clan Chief for Colorado. Her leadership and deep cultural pride left a lasting impact on her community and the people she served.

Joyce dedicated her life to caring for others, both professionally and personally. She worked as a compassionate nurse and opened her heart and home to countless children as a devoted foster mother. Her legacy is one of nurturing, healing, and unwavering kindness.

Joyce married her eternal companion, Gerald Vernon Hoel, on October 18, 1996. Together, they shared a love for nature, animals, and road trips. Their adventures eventually led them to settle in Westcliffe, Colorado, where they found peace in the quiet beauty of the mountains.

She was the beloved mother of:

• George Contreras – Longmont, CO

• Shelley Martinez (spouse: John) – Longmont, CO

• Monica Browne – Longmont, CO

• Tabatha Contreras – Lehi, UT

• Amanda Woolley (spouse: Jeremy) – Saratoga Springs, UT

• Kerry Hoel (spouse: Linda) – Colorado

• Aaron Hoel (spouse: Brigette) – Frederick, CO

• Tammy Susbilla (spouse: Phil) – Salt Lake City, UT

• Stephen Hoel (spouse: Christy) – Frederick, CO

She was also a cherished grandmother to many, and had great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren whose lives were brightened by her love. Joyce was a devoted mother who always sacrificed her own wants and needs for her children. She loved them with everything she had.

Joyce was preceded in death by her mother and father; her beloved husband, Gerald; her sister Kathy Jastrab, daughter Joy Hoel Christensen, and three grandchildren.

She is survived by her siblings:

• Donna Jenkins

• Shirley Sekich

• Rita Stetson

• James Gore

Joyce was a woman of great creativity. She found joy in crocheting blankets, crafting, and sharing her handmade gifts with those she loved. Her stories of childhood were filled with humor, warmth, and the spirit of a natural-born storyteller who loved to protect and uplift her siblings and children.

Her faith was central to her life. A devoted member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Joyce lived by the principles of compassion, humility, and service.

Though her passing leaves a deep void, Joyce’s legacy will forever live on through her family, the lives she touched, and the stories she shared. We find comfort in knowing she has been joyfully reunited with her eternal companion and loved ones who went before her.

We will be having a open house Celebration of life on August 2, 2025 from 6-8 pm at 751 west rolling sage way Saratoga springs, Utah.

Her services will be held in Longmont Colorado August 10, 2025 at 3:00 pm at the Mosse lodge 2210 Pratt St, Longmont, CO 80501 it is a pot luck so please bring a dish.