Joy Vernell Lane

It is with great sadness that the family of Joy Vernell Lane announces her passing on Monday, November 6, 2017, at the age of 59. Joy was born June 4, 1958, the daughter of Verner & Erma (Erovick) Brevik in Grafton, ND. She graduated from high school in Edinburg, ND.  She later attended Aaker’s Business College. She worked as a secretary for Pennington County courthouse and a construction company. Joy enjoyed crafting and was always willing to help others in need, especially her family.  She loved animals and always had a pet. She is survived by her children, Jessica and Chris Russell; granddaughter Cambrie;  sisters, Ann Wittkop, Mary (Steve) Langerud, and Faye Steintmetz; brothers Duane, David, and Daniel Brevik. Joy was preceded in death by her parents and siblings, Jim and Jane. Memorial Service will take place at 2:00 p.m. on Monday, November 13 at Amundson Funeral Home in Grand Forks, ND.  Visitation will be one hour prior to the memorial service.