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Joyce Kidd Obituary

Kidd, Joyce (nee Hughes) Age 53, passed away Friday, May 10, 2013 in San Antonio, TX. She was born to David and Joann Hughes in Gary, IN. Joyce is survived by her loving husband, Keith Kidd; loving sons, Keith B. and Keian Kidd; daughters, Lovie and La' Correia Kidd; grandchildren, Jaikeese and William Kidd, Jakhai and Lynae Walker; mother, Joann Emery; father, David B. Hughes; brothers, Jamar Emery, Jeremy and David B. Hughes, Jr.; sisters, Zella Garron, Stefanie Mitchell, Gail Townsend and Audra Williams; uncle, Isaac Hughes and a host of other loving family members. Preceded in death by her beloved grandparents, Louis and Maggie Tate and grandmother, Sing Hughes. Joyce was a member of Bethel AME Church in San Antonio, TX. Visitation will be Saturday, May 18, 2013 from 1 to 3 p.m. with Funeral Service at 3 p.m. in the Main Chapel at the Ridgelawn Funeral Home, 4201 West Ridge Road, Gary, IN 46408 (219)980-5555. Joyce will be deeply cherished by her loving and devoted family and dear friends. God grant her eternal peace. Online condolences may be made at http://www.ridgelawnfuneralhome.com/.

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Published by Post-Tribune on May 16, 2013.

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Annastacia

May 10, 2024

Today I wear red in remembrance of you. It´s been so long actually too long without you here. I miss you dearly. Love you Auntie Joyce

Zella Garron

May 11, 2014

There really are still no words that can express the emptiness that has been left by your absence. Forever and always

Christine Williams

June 23, 2013

I think about you everyday and I cry. I play those video's at least once a week and I laugh. I pray to God for help in this case and I am hopeful. Your family loves you and R.I.P. my angel we will meet again.

Corri Kidd

June 21, 2013

I miss you!!! More than u could ever know. Praying for justice and guidance. I love you and think of you always. Lord please give my Momma justice.

Donna McPeek

May 23, 2013

Joyce's bright and determined spirit touched those of us who knew her. I'm so glad to have known her at St. Philip's College. My thoughts and prayers are with her friends and family.

Irma Trottie

May 20, 2013

To the parents of Joyce. We would like to thank you for the pleasure of having met Joyce. If you were blessed to have known Joyce you knew that you met an ANGEL!!! We can't find words to describe the true love, and the glow that was present wherever Joyce was. It can't be said enough how Joyce will be missed.
R.I.P. Joyce WE LOVE YOU ALWAYS until we meet in HEAVEN

Paul and Lillian Warren
Irma Trottie-Dent
Damon and Mareeshanette Vines
Olivia, Xavier and Vyctor Vines
San Antonio, Texas

Brenda Brown

May 20, 2013

To the Kidd Family
Joyce will be missed. She had a spirit that was just so beautiful. I was glad to have her as a friend. The Kidd family will remain In my prayer.

Carlton and Brenda Sheffield, Bethel AME

May 18, 2013

To the family of Joyce: we extend our deepest sympathy. Joyce was loved by many and will be missed sincerely by all those whose lives she touched.

Brenda Fleming

May 18, 2013

To the Kidd family & loved ones, may God bless you with continued strength and understanding for your loss. RIP Joyce. Love and will miss your presence.

May 17, 2013

You were a wonderful student! I enjoyed having you in my class. You will be deeply missed. Dr. JoAnn Davis

Clarence and Sandra Lyles

May 17, 2013

RIP JOYCE..

Markeyta Day

May 17, 2013

My deepest condolences are with the Kidd family. Bethel Family will miss you deeply. You will always live in our hearts and be in our prayers.

Lovie Kidd

May 17, 2013

The greatest Mom in the world.... I know you are in a better place but I miss you so much.... I will love you always amd cherish every memory we made. You will be in my heart always... I can only hope to be the woman, friend and mother you were to me...

BC

May 17, 2013

Thoughts and Prayers to the family of Joyce Kidd.

Rosalind Berry-Kinney

May 16, 2013

My heart aches for you. I am sorry for your loss.

Fanshon Simmons

May 16, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time.

2 Corinthians 5 - To be absent from the body is to be at home with the Lord.

Zella Garron

May 16, 2013

LaTayza Tate

May 16, 2013

R.I.H. Joyce, you're in a better place.

May 16, 2013

My sincere condolences to the family for your loss. May your treasured memories comfort you during your time of sorrow. (Jeremiah 29:12,13)

C Johnson

Valeria Benning/Martin

May 16, 2013

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Valerie Jewel Tate

May 16, 2013

run run to the arms of Granny,& Papa and hug them tight.

Audra Williams

May 16, 2013

To my sister Joyce Ann, you will truly be missed, but never ever forgotten. Enjoy your celebration in heaven, because God has another good soul. Love you. From Audra Williams and family

Shannon Carter

May 16, 2013

We Love &Truly Miss You Joyce...May Your Soul Cont to RIP!!! From David Shannon & Family

Minister Martha Adams

May 16, 2013

To The Family: May you find comfort in knowing that the Lord is with us always.

Pierre Barnes

May 16, 2013

Always be in our hearts...

I will miss you

Christine Williams

May 16, 2013

I love you very much.

Annastacia Porter

May 16, 2013

Always will be in my heart.

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