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Joyce B. Tapley CHESAPEAKE - Joyce Ballance Tapley passed away Nov. 9, 2009. Her life was her children, family and friends. She was a constant inspiration to all those she came in contact with. Joyce revealed incredible strength, compassion and courage throughout her struggle with cancer. Her love outshined all! Joyce is survived by her husband, Darrell Tapley; sons, Nick Pryor, Ryan Tapley, James P. Tapley, Darren Tapley, Jason Pryor and Matthew Mundell; and daughter, Julie Pryor; loving sister, Brenda Custer; and brothers, Keith Ballance and William Ballance; one grandchild and many cousins and other relatives and friends. A visitation for Joyce will be held today, Nov. 13, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Woodlawn Funeral Home, 6329 E. Virginia Beach Blvd., Norfolk. A service will be held at noon Saturday, Nov. 14, at the funeral home chapel with Pastor Heath B. Burris officiating. Condolences may be offered to the family online at www.woodlawngroup.com.

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Published by The Virginian-Pilot on Nov. 13, 2009.

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Lee Capwell

December 9, 2009

I am so sorry to hear about Joyce's passing. Many years ago when I was an assistant principal, I had the privlege of working at Birdneck Elementary and fondly remember Joyce as wonderful person. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. We all have been touched by Joyce's love and friendship and will greatly miss her.
Love, Lee Capwell

Laurel Swenson

December 8, 2009

Joyce was my friend. Always smiling,hoping to beat this cancer. She showed unbelievable strength and courage. I will always remember her smile! She showed us all how to live full and die empty, she gave it all to us. She is in Heaven now, with angels. I miss her and I will never forget her.
Love, Laurel

November 14, 2009

Darrell, Nick and Ryan

Words cannot express what you must be feeling. The loss of a wife, mother and friend...Joyce will be greatly missed. Our hearts and prayers are with you.

Tim, Willie and Forest Wilkerson

November 13, 2009

Katina and family , We are so sorry about your loss.Our prayers are with the family. The Neal Shelby Family

Billy Beranger

November 13, 2009

Keith & William, I'm so sorry to hear of the loss of the sister that you both LOVED so much..

Kevin Toevs

November 13, 2009

Darrell...My thoughts and prayers are with you. Hang in there and God bless.

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