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Joyce Gooden Obituary
Joyce Grant Spicer Gooden, 66, a retired cook, passed Sat., April 16 in Tallahassee. Funeral service will be 12 Noon Sat., April 23 at New St. John AME Church with burial at SouthSide Cemetery. Miss Joyce will rest in the mortuary from 3-7pm Fri., April 22. Survivors include her children: James T. Spicer, Joyce Y. Spicer: siblings: Shirley Fields (Benjamin), Catherine Clark (Jimmy Lee.), Ernestine Mills; Louis Strickland; godson Larry Davis; two sisters-in-law. (7) grandchildren, (4) great grandchildren, and host of other relatives & friends.
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Karla Revels
June 13, 2016
I'm saddened to hear of Miss Joyce's passing. She left a lasting impression on many girls at the ADPi house, and she was truly a friend to all. I cherished her advise and wisdom everyday! Heaven gained a beautifil angel!
Katie Hardgrave-Turner
April 25, 2016
I was so saddened to hear of Miss Joyce's passing. What a wonderful woman! I will always fondly remember her kindness, warmth, and sense of humor. She helped make my four years at ADPI my "home away from home". I adored her. May God bless her beloved family, and friends, during this exceptionally difficult time. Rest in peace Miss Joyce!
Danielle
April 23, 2016
Ms Joyce touched so many of our lives at the alpha delta pi house . She was such a joy and sweet smile that made out day . We will all keep her in our hearts . She was a blessing for all around her . We miss you ms Joyce .
leatha anderson
April 23, 2016
My prayers and love goes out to the family. Will miss you............Love Leatha
Britney Lively
April 23, 2016
Miss Joyce was one amazing lady. You cannot remember her without thinking of her smiling face. I hope God brings her family peace and comfort during this hard time. She was a rock in the ADPi house in the early 2000s. Hopefully you can see how many lives she touched and changed for the better.
Leslie Marshburn
April 22, 2016
Joyce was my friend!!!! I loved seeing her everyday at the Chi O house! She was always joking and laughing and making us happy! We love you, Joyce! You made each day brighter! My prayers are with your family and friends.
Gamma Chapter, Chi Omega
Diane McCain
April 22, 2016
Joyce added so much to our lives at the FSU Chi Omega House!
That kind sweet soul held our hands, encouraged us, nurtured us, and made sure we were fed well. She stirred our hearts, as well as our meals.
Joyce was a ray of sunshine each day! None of us will ever forget the nicknames she gave to each and every one of us. And most certainly - how that gal could cook! She was gifted and outstanding in every way!
She leaves a tremendous imprint on our hearts. And she will never be forgotten! God has another good one beside him today!
Sending prayers for your family,
on behalf of all of the Gamma Sisters,
Chi Omega 1970s. ---And all the generations she served!
Sandy Hardman
April 22, 2016
I have much sadness knowing Miss Joyce has left our world. I had the pleasure of getting to know her through out my 4 years at the ADPi house in the mid 90s. She was a mother and friend to HUNDREDS of young women who carry on her stories, insight, and charm along in their own journey of life. She will forever be remembered and loved. Pi Love, Miss Joyce!
Teri (Murphy) Smith
April 22, 2016
The Chi Omega house was blessed to have Miss Joyce in charge of our kitchen in the 70's. The food she served was delicious but so was her infectious smile and laugh, her kindness and her interest in us and our lives! I have fond memories of her, she was a treasure! My deepest sympathy for your loss, may she light up heaven as she did our house.
April 22, 2016
Joyce was there with us through thick and thin at the Chi Omega house in the 70's. She, Jean and Pat meant the world to all of us and they have never been forgotten. I can still hear her voice after all of these years.
Prayers to all of her family-
Susie Tart (active Chi Omega 1975-1979)
Amy Inman Cumbow
April 22, 2016
What a beautiful difference she made for me. Always making living away from home, feel just like home. Her giving spirit and kind ways will always make me smile. Amy Inman Cumbow
Lark Mott-Smith
April 22, 2016
Joyce nourished us at the Chi Omega house with food and friendship. God Bless this gracious lady.
Jan Whitlow
April 21, 2016
In the late 70's I believe it was Miss Joyce that added great joy to the Chi Omega house at FSU and fed us well with food and love! I remember her vividly, that smile & her her laughter. I have wondered about her many times over the years. To her family, know she touched MANY lives, we loved her at the Chi-O house like family. Prayers to each of you and may God Bless.
-Jan Macdonald Whitlow
Stacey Butler
April 21, 2016
So very sad to learn this news today. Miss Joyce was a beautiful person with a kind and funny spirit who took care of all of us ADPi's. She was always there to sneak us some food when we were hungry and always had tender (and funny!) words of wisdom when we needed it. When I graduated in 1995 and took my mom to meet her, Miss Joyce thanked my mom for lending me to her for four years. It made me cry. May her family be comforted by the many, many girls who loved her.
Tia Thompson
April 21, 2016
Ms Joyce always had a smile on her face! She was apart of the Adpi family for many years through the nineties. Nothing but fond memories of her in the house. I am sure she will be missed by many!
Laura Stultz Bolinski
April 21, 2016
Ms. Joyce played a huge role in many lives at the Alpha Delta Pi house. She always had a smile on her face and would brighten everyone's day! She will be missed.
Pam McKemie Gibson
April 21, 2016
Oh Miss Joyce, she loved mom and I so much. She was a part of all of us and will forever live in our hearts with the most wonderful and joyful memories. She was family at Alpha Delta Pi. ❤ And ALL of mine.
Betsy Moore
April 21, 2016
Miss Joyce was a remarkable women, who touched many, many lives with love and kindness. I have very fond memories of her at the Chi Omega House in the 1970s. She was an excellent cook and friend to all of us girls. She truly cared about our well-being and took time to get to know us personally. My condolences go out to her family and loved ones. She will be truly missed. Rest in peace, sweet Joyce!
Robyn Hill Jackson
April 21, 2016
Miss Joyce truly made the Chi Omega house home for me and my Chi O sisters in the 70's. She took us all under her wing. We loved her lots and she was an amazing cook! What a wonderful woman she was.
Lucynda Herrin
April 21, 2016
Dance in heaven Ms. Joyce!
She filled our days with smiles at the Chi Onega house too for my four years and many more!
She always had grits for me in the mornings before school or work!
She was like a big sister to all of us as well as our mom while at school!
Love you Ms. Joyce
Lisa McClure Shaw
April 21, 2016
So sorry for your family's life. What a blessing she must have been to you. We remember Joyce from her days at the Chi O house in the 70's. What a blessing she was to us.
Dixie Daimwood
April 21, 2016
Sweet Miss Joyce - Food was her loving ministry, and she impacted countless lives through it. She was family and counselor to so many girls during a pivotal transition into womanhood. Her example for leading a happy and joyous life was imparted upon each of us. She nurtured us both physically and mentally. Thank you for the love you provided to each of us.
She lives within us, rejoicing from above.
Dixie Daimwood - ADPi 2001-2005
Mimi Lindborg
April 21, 2016
I remember Ms Joyce for sharing her love by feeding us at the Chi Omega house. I especially remember her tuna fish with Chow Mein noodles, the way I make it still today . RIP mama.
Leslie Fidler
April 21, 2016
So sorry to hear of her passing. She was such a nice person. I loved talking to her in the kitchen at the ADPI house. She was such a happy person and made you feel not so homesick. I loved her cooking. She made the best Shepards pie. I will always have fond memories of her. Hopefully she's cooking up some awesome recipes in heaven. Xoxo!
Bonnie Fowler
April 21, 2016
I was a Chi O at FSU from 1979 - 1984 and spent MANY hours in the kitchen visiting with Joyce and Jean . . . and many times she surprised me with breakfast in bed (don't tell!). I loved Joyce dearly (we ALL did) and she will always be one of my fondest memories from my college years. My condolences to you all. Joyce was very special.
Sandy Mays
April 21, 2016
Joyce was the best!!! She spoiled me and my roommate. I always had 8:00 classes. Joyce would make sure I was awake and she cooked me and my roomie cheese omelets every single day. I loved staying in the kitchen with her Pat. I would eat in the back so I could enjoy her company when I didn't feel like getting dressed for dinner. I have thought of Joyce often since my days at the Chi-O house. She was absolutely the best cook in the world and she always had great advice. I loved her so much and started missing her the minute I graduated.
Sandy
Wehler
April 21, 2016
Miss Joyce fed me for 4 years at the ADPi house. She was a sweet kind women with a talent for cooking. Thank you. RIP.
Shannon Lacey (1992-1996)
April 21, 2016
Miss Joyce made my time at ADPi so comforting. She always had a smile and a funny story to share! She was an excellent cook but her true talents were sharing her love with all the homesick young woman that walked through the doors of the ADPi house. She made that house a home! I am so thankful to have met her and she'll always hold a special place in my heart.
Lindsay McKinney
April 21, 2016
The world has lost a true treasure. I am so grateful to have been touched by Miss Joyce - what a kind, loving and thoughtful woman. Her sweet smile and good mornings were always a bright spot. She worked tirelessly for us at the ADPi house making us smile with kind words and our favorite foods. We were tremendously blessed to have her and owe (dare I say) passing some finals thanks to full bellies and surviving recruitment thanks to hot peppermint honey tea. My condolences to her family. She was a wonderful example of the impact one person can have. Sending love, prayers and gratitude.
Karen Godfrey
April 21, 2016
Ms. Joyce truly helped make the ADPi house a home away from home. She took good care of us all. My deepest sympathies to Ms. Joyce's family. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Laura Martin
April 21, 2016
Fond memories of her excellent cooking at the Chi Omega house at FSU in the 1970s.
Amanda Wygal Wainer
April 21, 2016
I am so sorry to hear of Ms. Joyce's passing. She always had a welcoming smile and a funny story to share. She helped make our sorority house a home. My condolences to her family and friends.
Anne Heard
April 21, 2016
I was a Gamma Chi Omega at FSU 1977-79 when Joyce worked as a cook at our sorority house. Besides being an amazing cook, she was sweet, kind and funny and like a surrogate mother to us! She was definitely part of our "family" and will be deeply missed by all of us girls whose lives she touched. Deepest sympathy for your loss
Lauren Adkinson
April 21, 2016
Ms Joyce was such a dear woman. She cooked for us at my sorority house in college. She made our home away from home so warm and loving. We all still rave about her cooking. I am so grateful I had a chance to know her, she was more loved than she knew. My deepest condolences for your loss.Lauren Adkinson
Lorelei Lampe
April 21, 2016
You are where we all hope to be, with our Lord and Saviour. Thank you for making a big, scary, new place feel like home. You filled a motherly void for so many of us, and I am a stronger, better woman because of your example. 20 years later, I still cherish the time that I was blessed to have known you at the house. Prayers for peace and comfort to those you leave behind. Pi Love.
April 21, 2016
Ms. Joyce always had a smile and kind word for every one of our ADPi sisters. She was one of the sweetest women I've known and she will be missed. Sending love to her family.
-Allison Gieger Ossorio
Alpha Delta Pi 2000-2004
Lauren Jimeson
April 21, 2016
So saddened to hear of her passing. Ms. Joyce fills so many happy memories during my time at FSU. Her generosity and genuine love for every single person that stepped in Alpha Delta Pi is something I will never forget. May she rest in peace.
Ashley Murphy
April 21, 2016
I'm so saddened to hear of Ms. Joyce's passing. She was such a special part of our Alpha Delta Pi family. She was always there to offer a smile, a hug or a listening ear. I remember one morning when I had been up all night studying she came out to the dining room with a plate of cookies and told me to take a break--that everything was going to be ok. She always made us feel so loved and cared for. She was my "birthday buddy" and I will miss her greatly.
Melinda Chao Howell
April 21, 2016
Miss Joyce was one of my favorite parts about ADPi. I could smell her cooking all the way down the street as I walked home from class. She will be greatly missed, and I am so thankful to have had her as part of my college experience.
Clay Lehman
April 21, 2016
Ms. Joyce was as full of joy as any one I ever met. Thank you for sharing your love with all of us. Rest in peace and Godspeed.
Britney Phillips
April 21, 2016
Mrs. Joyce you will truly be missed. Words can't explain how I feel about you not being here anymore. Heaven has gained another angel. We love you!!!
Staci Cross
April 21, 2016
The world lost an amazing woman with Miss Joyce. She was one of the kindest, most generous, loving people that I have ever encountered. She filled the Alpha Delta Pi house with love, laughter, and support. She will be so missed!
Ashley Murphy
April 21, 2016
I'm so saddened to hear of Ms. Joyce's passing. She was such a special part of our Alpha Delta Pi family. She was always there to offer a smile, a hug or a listening ear. I remember one morning when I had been up all night studying she came out to the dining room with a plate of cookies and told me to take a break--that everything was going to be ok. It was these little things that made us feel so loved and cared for. She was my "birthday buddy" and I will miss her greatly.
Meagan Jenks
April 21, 2016
Ms. Joyce filled the Alpha Delta Pi house with love, laughter and the aroma of her wonderful cooking! I always enjoyed her beautiful smile and kind words. She will be very much missed. Sending my prayers and deepest sympathies to her family during this time.
April 21, 2016
Ms. Joyce's name is on many of the recipes in my cookbook... she always made me a special egg white omelet in the mornings at the ADPi house and her cookies will always be remembered. She gave us girls warm smiles and greetings when we were so far from home. She will surely be missed. Thank you for sharing her with us. - Jaclyn Kirby Ewing
Inez Giannola
April 21, 2016
I am so sorry to hear of Ms. Joyce's passing. She was a kind, sweet woman who will be missed greatly. Pi love ❤
Amy Balsiger Milchin
April 21, 2016
I so loved Miss Joyce during my years at the Alpha Delta Pi house at FSU! She always took care of her " babies" RIP Mama Joyce. Pi Love.
Amber Rutherford
April 21, 2016
I am heart broken. Miss Joyce is one of my fondest memories from college. She was such a special lady that was truly a mom for me away from home. She always had a special meal prepared me with a sweet spirit and smile. Heaven has gained an amazing woman!
Sarah Bingham Narusas
April 21, 2016
I am truly saddened by this. Ms. Joyce is a special woman and shared her love through cooking. The Iota chapter of Alpha Delta Pi was brightened each day she was there. We all loved Ms. Joyce like family and will never forget her.
Lauren Chambers
April 21, 2016
I am so sorry to hear this news. I was a member of the Iota/FSU chapter of Alpha Delta Pi where "Mrs. Joyce" (as we all called her) was a cook. She was extremely talented at what she did, but more importantly, she was a wonderful person. At a time when many of us were living away from our families for the first time, It was so comforting to have Mrs. Joyce's kind, nurturing presence around. I have many memories of her big smile and "Hey Honey!" echoing from the kitchen. She had a great sense of humor and *might* have even helped a few of us sneak boys in and out of the house;) She was beloved by the chapter and will be sorely missed. Praying for strength, peace and comfort for her family during this time.Love,Lauren Chambers Iota ADPi, AC '02
April 21, 2016
My dear sweet Miss Joyce,
You were the highlight and sunshine of my mornings in college. You were more than a cook to myself and many other Alpha Delta Pi sisters. You were a friend, a "momma" away from home, a shining light, and a beautiful person all around. I always looked forward to your sweet hugs and laughs. Thank you for making my college experience better by your presence. My thoughts and prayers go out to your family.
Love you always,
Christina Barganier
Laura Coburn Russell
April 21, 2016
Ms. Joyce was a very special member of the Alpha Delta Pi family. I am truly saddened. She cooked with love and will certainly be missed. Our hearts go out to her family in this time of grief.
John Law
April 21, 2016
I was a server at ADPi at FSU for three years in the 90's and some of the best talks I had were with Ms. Joyce in the kitchen. She was the probably the sweetest person I have ever known and had a heart of gold. She would give you the shirt off her back or the keys to her car if she thought you were in need. The world is a little less today and we can only hope some of her magic was passed on to others. I only knew her for a few years and lost touch but hearing of this news I feel a little bit of my heart is gone. I just hope one day someone types words like this about my life because that would make her smile from heaven.
Melissa Vass
April 21, 2016
Ms. Joyce was the brightest light in the ADPi house kitchen. I was an ADPi at FSU, lived in the house, and luckily got to know Ms. Joyce (like so many other girls). She was the most selfless woman in that house. She truly took care of all of us like she was our mother. From preparing meals, remembering our favorite snacks, talking to us about boyfriends, asking what we were studying, to simply asking how we were doing. She was amazing & always remembered EVERYTHINF. She will always hold a special place in my heart. xo
Heather Bowling
April 21, 2016
Miss Joyce touched so many lives at Alpha Delta Pi at FSU. She was such a wonderful woman. I recall one time she made a whole batch of her sweet potato casserole just for me and hid it in her secret spot for me to find it. She will surely be missed!
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