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Joyce Scott Obituary

Joyce Marie Scott, resident of Belle Rose and native of New Orleans, passed away on Saturday, August 13, 2016. She was 82. Joyce enjoyed cross-stitching, quilting, and reading. Joyce truly cherished the time spent with family. She is survived by her daughter, Cynthia Landry and life partner, Melinda Vawter; step daughters, Lorraine Scott (Lenny), Zeffie Roth (John), and Tammy Corey; son, Joseph G Ecosta (Gail); step son, Lannie Scott (Sherry); and grandchildren, Troy, Jason, Tracy, Kelly, Bradley, Christopher, Cody, Francis, Samatha, David, Deanna, Jessica, Victoria, Brandi, Krissy, Robert, Samina, Noor, and William; and numerous great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husbands, Joseph Ecosta and Thomas Coleman Scott; sisters, Amelie Courreges and Lois Talley; step son and wife, Bettis Scott (Effie); grandson, Gabriel Ecosta; granddaughter, Barbara Scott; great granddaughter, Jocelyn Tindell; and a son in law, Wayne J. Landry. Visiting will be at Ourso Funeral Home, Donaldsonville on Wednesday, August 17, 2016 from 5 pm to 9 pm. Visiting will resume on Thursday at St. Jules Catholic Church, Belle Rose from 9 am until Mass of Christian Burial at 11 am. Entombment to follow in the church mausoleum. Pallbearers will be Troy Landry, Jason Landry, Jason Granier, Christopher Ecosta, Cody Ecosta, and Bradley Ecosta. Dylan Landry, Jacob Landry, Matthew Webre, Seth Landry, and Cole Harris will serve as honorary pallbearers. We would like to thank the staff of St. Joseph Hospice for their care and support.

Published by The Advocate from Aug. 15 to Aug. 18, 2016.
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Ms. Joyce
Always treated me like one of her wonderful family.She always had enough love and hugs to go around.She and I when we were going somewhere, enjoyed talking about Trump, food, weather. And her latest book.
We are missing her terribly. Yet I know that she is busy in Heaven looking out for her Family.

Melinda Vawter

August 16, 2016

I met Joyce 46 years ago, when I was 15. Through good times and bad, over the years and across the miles, she never stopped caring. Looking back, I can see that she was always wise beyond her years. I'll never forget the warmth of her voice and her wonderful laugh. I used to tell her about my dreams and aspirations and she listened with interest and concern. She was a true friend.

Patricia Ecosta

August 15, 2016

With deepest sympathy to the family. Miss Joyce was a lovely lady!

Grace Norman

August 15, 2016

I am so going to miss our phone chats and laughing with you. Thank you for all the hugs, words of encouragement, hurricane shelter days but mostly for your love. No words can describe the way my heart aches that I won't hear you say "Hi sugar" anymore! But I find great comfort in knowing that you are well and very happy catching up with those that were waiting for you. I will not say goodbye but see you later! I love you!

Angela Adams

August 15, 2016

She was our Angle on earth.

Cheryl Courreges

August 15, 2016

We sure will miss you Aunt Joyce. Thank you for being the best Aunt anyone could ask for. May you rest in peace and never to hurt again. I know you are happy now that you are with ma and pa and nannie and mom. Love you forever.
diane

Diane Daigle

August 15, 2016

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

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August 15, 2016

My condolences to the whole family. May she rest in peace and be shining in God's love.

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August 15, 2016

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

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August 14, 2016

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