Joyce Goldenberg, 82, passed away on December 13, 2013. Mrs. Goldenberg was born in Pensacola and lived here all her life. She was predeceased by her husband, Samuel and her mother, Mildred Garrison. Joyce is survived by her children; Debbie Sonenshine, Ava Feldman, Pam Kalkstein and Philip Goldenberg and her grandchildren; David Silber, Rachel Halitsky, Carlyn Neuman, Aaron Goldenberg, Adam Goldenberg and her great grandchildren; Caleb Neuman, Harper Neuman and Hazel Halitsky. Together working side by side with her husband Sam of almost 60 years, they built Gulf Coast Mercantile, a large wholesale distribution company, as well as a chain of retail stores, an endeavor that took them to markets in NY, Chicago, Europe and Asia. Upon closing the business, the Goldenberg's dedicated their lives to community service and serving others. Close to her heart was their work with Covenant Hospice where they were not only generous philanthropists but also generous with their time and energy to help individuals in need. They dedicated the Joyce Goldenberg Hospice Residence, an in-patient facility serving patients and their families. They also initiated the Hospice garage sale which successfully raised much needed funds for Hospice and raised the profile of Hospice in the community. Her compassion for others was among her most wonderful qualities. She had a knack of making others feel comfortable and valued. Joyce is remembered as a wonderful cook and hostess. She compiled a collection of her recipes which was given to her immediate family only. After many years Joyce decided to share her recipes and created a cookbook, Savor, Recipes to Celebrate Life, offered for sale as a fundraiser for Covenant Hospice. Her acts of kindness and thoughtfulness to others were vigorous and contagious. A tireless worker and motivator of others, Joyce was compassionate about her ideals. She devoted her life to reaching out to those less fortunate. Through her work with Hospice, she touched the lives of the patients, showed gratitude and support to the staff and exuded compassion and understanding to the families of the patients. In honor of their efforts over the years the Goldenberg's were awarded the National Hospice Volunteers of the Year at a ceremony in Washington DC. B'nai Israel Synagogue was a very big part of her life. She taught religious school and served on committees and in leadership positions with the Sisterhood, Hadassah, Federation and other Jewish organizations. Her family was the most important part of her life and always encouraged them to continue her legacy of giving. She always expressed the importance of a close family who loved each other unconditionally. Services were held Sunday, December 15, 2013 at B'nai Israel Synagogue with interment at B'nai Israel Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to be made to Covenant Hospice, 5141 N. 12th Ave., Pensacola, FL 32504 earmarked for the Sam Goldenberg Patient and Family Support Fund or to B'nai Israel Synagogue, 1829 North 9th Ave., Pensacola, FL 32503 in her memory.