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Joyce Williams Obituary

Anchorage resident, Joyce "Jody" Yvonne Williams, 80, died April 21, 2011, at Prestige Care and Rehab of Anchorage.

A memorial service celebrating Jody's life will be held from 2-5 p.m. on Saturday, April 30, 2011, Chickaloon Landing, Common Room, 8901 Peck Avenue.

Jody was born June 22, 1930, in Lima, Ohio. Jody joined the United States Navy on Aug. 12, 1952, and served until May 4, 1954. She worked for the state of North Carolina, Mt. View Rec Lunch Program. She moved to Alaska in September 1996.

She enjoyed spending time with Mary, Fran, Clara, Flo and many other wonderful friends at Chickaloon Landing. Her favorite Bible passage was Psalm 23 and she was a lifelong member of the Pentecostal Church.

Jody is survived by her son, Steven James Madden of S.C.; and daughter, Michelle Jenkins of Anchorage.

Arrangements are entrusted to Alaskan Heritage Memorial Chapel & Crematory, www.akheritage.com

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Anchorage Daily News from Apr. 27 to Apr. 28, 2011.

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April 29, 2011

Was so surprised to here about Jody ,She was a special lady and Cliff and I will miss her .Our hearts go out to her family ,will keep you all in our prayers .We love you Jody ,rest in peace.

Penny lindell

April 28, 2011

So sorry to hear of Jody's passing. She will be dearly missed. May God bless you Jody, and your family.. We love you.

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