Dowden, Joyce L., age 78 of Washington Twp., passed away Saturday, September 27, 2014. She was born December 7, 1935 the daughter of the late Waverly & Ellen (Bowling) Craft. Mrs. Dowden was a graduate of West Carrollton High School Class of 1953, and was retired from Mead World Headquarters with 30 years of service. Preceded in death by her sister Beatrice Spence. She is survived by her loving husband of 61 years Doug Dowden, her son Michael Dowden, and three nieces Bonnie, Linda & Jenny, as well as numerous friends. A graveside service will be held on Friday, October 3, 2014 at 12 Noon at the Highland Memorial Cemetery, Miamisburg. The family will receive friends on Thursday from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the SWART & WOLFE FUNERAL HOME, West Carrollton. If desired memorial contributions may be made to the Ohio SPCA in her memory. www.swartandwolfefuneralhome.com.