Obituary

 Joyce Becker Vanderpol born January 14th, 1924, in KirkIand, Washington to William and Edith Gertrude (Rattenberry) Becker passed peacefuIIy, Sunday, September 8th, 2024.

Joyce was the third sibling of four, outlasting her brother Bill Becker, sister Doris LundvaII, (Dori), her twin sister Renie HiII, and husband for 56 years NichoIas VanderpoI. She is survived by sister-in-Iaw Patricia FoxIy, nephews; Barry LundvaII, Raph LundvaII, Gary Becker, and nieces Vickie Richardson and Gerrie SaII.

Joyce's 10 decades were highIighted by successful careers in military administration, customs and immigration, and reaI estate that included stops in Southern CaIifornia, Guam, BeIIingham and for past 4 decades BIaine, WA. 

She earned a college degree in her 60's, became a ReaI estate instructor to certify agents and was a 40 year owner/broker of her reaI estate brokerage and notary. 

Joyce participated in international (stateside & in Europe) tennis competitions in her 60's, 70's, 80's and until she was 97. 

Joyce was passionate about tennis, learning and supporting community and local charities. She was independent, positive, kind, giving, generous, caring.

Known as "feisty", "amazing ", "smart" "philanthropist", Joyce was an inspiration to us all. 

In lieu of flowers Joyce and in her memory, she would appreciate donations to Blaine local charities.

At Joyce's request, no public services are planned.

Joyce was committed to helping people find their dream homes and knew real estate in Whatcom county! She was the "eldest" real estate managing broker in Washington state and we suspect the United States.  Joyce simply was amazing, working, caringly & professionally even on the eve of her passing.  A Blaine "pioneer," "developer,"  "philanthropist" Joyce was respected so highly for her support and generosity to local  charities.

Joyce 101.6 year journey was highlighted by:

• 49 years Blaine resident & 40+ years Washington State real estate
• Ex President of Blaine Harborview Condo Association 25 years
• Airport Commission 5 years, Blaine Parks Commission 1 year
• Community College graduate at 60 after retiring from Customs & Immigration
• Played tennis nationally & internationally till 97
• Passion to learn to stay with the times