Joyce Lynn Browner

Joyce Lynn Browner, 82, passed away peacefully Friday January 9, 2026.

For the last 10+ years Joyce resided in Murrells Inlet, SC with her husband Dean, lovingly part of the Murrells Inlet “Jersey Gang.” Joyce was formerly of West Caldwell, New Jersey and born in Patterson, New Jersey the daughter of the late George and Isabel Betterbed. In addition to her parents, Joyce is preceded in death by her sister Carol Betterbed.

Upon graduating from Elmira College in New York, Joyce started her career as an Accessories Buyer for Sibley’s Department Store, where she met and married her husband Dean of 55 years. From Department Store to Small Business owner, Joyce returned to her home town of Glen Rock, NJ to run the infamous Rooster Shop for 13yrs. Joyce finished her career in banking with Wells Fargo retiring after 25 years.  Her #1 job was always family; her devoted husband Dean, two beautiful girls Tara and Kelly, son in laws Nick and Michael and loving deeply her three grandchildren Emerson, Jackson, and Mackayla.

Joyce’s smile brightened every room, spreading joy and positivity wherever she went and with whoever she met.  As a devoted wife, mother & Mom-Mom, Joyce's heart was a boundless well of strength, love and kindness. Her friendships ran deep, leaving a lasting impact on so many near & dear to her. 

She was a speed reader in her community Book Club, “The Page Turners” and a true card shark in her card group. She loved to puzzle with her grandchildren, and her greatest joy was cooking and baking for loved ones. Her spirit and generosity leaves a lasting impact.

Survivors include Joyce’s husband Dean Browner, Murrells Inlet, SC;  Daughter Tara Poto and her husband Nick, Glen Rock, NJ; Daughter Kelly Hebrank and her husband Michael of West Caldwell, NJ; grandchildren, Emerson, Jackson and Mackayla.

“She was the glue to our family. We will carry her spirit and traditions with us forever.”

At this time no services will be held.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.burroughsfh.com

Burroughs Funeral Home & Cremation Services of Murrells Inlet, SC 9843.651.1440) is assisting the family.