Joyce Q. Quejas-Risdon's Obituary
Joyce Quejas-Risdon a resident of Severna Park, MD died Wednesday, September 19, 2012 after battling cancer for over four years.
Joyce was born in the Philippines on September 11, 1948 to Hospicio and Consolacion Quejas. Holding a Bachelor of Science degree in Economics and a Masters in Labor Industrial Relations, she had a distinguished career as a Compensation Analyst and later as a Marketing Manager for 3M Corporation. She was the recipient of two Distinguished Pyramid of Excellence awards, the Professional Development award, served as Co-Chair of the 3 M Committee on Diversity, and was recognized for her outstanding achievements on various occasions. She served as director of the Northern Gulf Office of 3M in Kuwait from 1993 – 1999 and again from 2001 – 2002. Joyce travelled widely to over thirty countries and five continents, was active in her church and a supporter of several charities.
Joyce is survived by her husband, Ronald; son, Paul Brower; daughter, Monica Cass; grand-daughter, Carmen Cass; and three sisters.
A memorial mass will be held at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church 669 Ritchie Highway, Severna Park, MD on Saturday, September 29, 2012 at 1:00 pm. Arrangements provided by Lasting Tributes Cremation & Funeral Care, P.A. Annapolis, MD.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Maryland Special Olympics 8300 Guilford Road Columbia, MD 21046 and/or American Cancer Society 8219 Town Center Drive Baltimore, MD 21236
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