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In Loving Memory of Joyce Gidley Hladik Charlotte, North Carolina - Joyce Evelyn Hladik (née Gidley), age 89, passed away peacefully on August 3, 2026, at Brighton Gardens assisted living facility in Charlotte, North Carolina. Born on July 18, 1937, in Schenectady, New York, Joyce was the cherished daughter of the late Herman Henry Gidley and Beatrice Evelyn Wescott. On June 8, 1957, she was united in marriage to William J. Hladik Sr. at the Church of St. Luke in Schenectady. Together, they shared 65 blessed years of deep devotion, family, and companionship before his passing in July 2022. Joyce was an exceptionally active, vibrant, and competitive spirit with a sharp mind that remained keen throughout her life. In her youth, she loved playing softball, and her passion for sports only grew over the years. She was a gifted bowler who won several state championships, often sharing her love of the lanes and competing alongside her daughter, Susan. An avid golfer, Joyce was a member of the Mooresville Ladies Golf League and spent many joyful days playing at the Mooresville Country Club. Her intellect and social energy shone through her love of bridge, playing four times a week across four different groups where she was known for her formidable skill and quick wit. Above all, Joyce was a passionate sports enthusiast who loved watching games on TV. A lifelong New York Giants football fan from her days in New York, she proudly adopted the Carolina Panthers as her hometown team after moving to North Carolina. Joyce is survived by her children, William J. Hladik Jr. and his wife, Mary Grant Hladik, Kirk Joseph Hladik, Christopher Robert Hladik and his wife, Kerry Ann Hladik; grandchildren, Jason Michael Hladik, Cody James Thrailkill and his wife, Kaylee Elizabeth Lacuesta and 2 great grandchildren. In addition to her parents, Joyce was preceded in death by her beloved husband, William J. Hladik Sr.; her cherished daughter, Susan Hladik Thrailkill and son-in-law, Byron Thrailkill; her brothers, Herman Gidley, Martin "Junior" Gidley, and James Gidley. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 am on Monday, August 10, 2026, at St. Therese Catholic Church, Mooresville, NC. The family will receive friends prior to the service from 10-11:00am at the church. The family extends their deepest gratitude to the staff and caregivers at Brighton Gardens for their compassionate care and support. Cavin-Cook Funeral Home, Mooresville, NC is proudly serving the Hladik family. Condolences may be made to the family at www.cavin-cook.com.

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Joyce Evelyn Hladik

July 18, 1937 - August 3, 2026