Edward J. Joyce, 71 years, of Brockton, died Friday, November 1, 2002, at the Northeast Specialty Hospital, Stoughton, after a period of failing health. Born in Cambridge, he was a son of the late Clement F. and Agnes B. (Doyle) Joyce. He had been a resident of Brockton for the past 15 years. He enjoyed watching baseball and football on television.He is survived by three daughters, Donna Joyce of Virginia Beach, VA, Rosemary Joyce of California, Tracy Joyce of Cambridge, one son Edward J. Joyce, Jr. of Alabama, two sisters, Mary Conley of Sparks, Nevada, Martha Davenport of Brockton and several nieces and nephews. He was the brother of the late Clement F. “Frank” Joyce. A Graveside Service will be held at a later date.