Photo courtesy of Andrews Funeral Home - Gloucester
Gloucester, Virginia
Nov 3, 1948 – Aug 29, 2021 (Age 72)
Lillie H. Joyce, 72, of Gloucester, Virginia passed away peacefully at home on August 29, 2021 after a courageous battle with lung cancer. Lille was born in Mathews County to the late Charles and Hazel Hudgins of Gwynn’s Island. Lillie was preceded in death by her brother, Willis, Jr. She is survived by her husband, Ricky Joyce, and two children; Scotty Miles and his wife, Katherine, and Shannon Sands and her husband, Basil; grandchildren, Austin, Harrison, Joshua, Aaron, and Basil, Jr. Lillie is also survived by her two sister, Dean Jenkins (Bill), and Willis Ann Ward (Alen). In addition to her immediate family, Lillie leaves behind a host of extended family and friends who loved her dearly. Lillie’s greatest passions were cooking and family. She had a heart of gold. She will be dearly missed beyond measure, and remembered by her family and friends.
The memorial service will be held at Newington Baptist Church on Friday, September 3, at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Riverside Walter Reed Hospice 7358 Main Street, Gloucester, Virginia 23061. Andrews Funeral Hone & Crematory is in charge of arrangements.
Dear Ricky & family. Numbers 6:24-26
Much Love & Prayer, Always Wilma/Blossom
Wilma Rossignol
September 08, 2021 | Gloucester, VA | Friend
Ms Lill was a shining star on earth and now she is a shining star in heaven. My condolences. Kerry Drake
Kerry Drake
September 03, 2021 | Gloucester, VA | Coworker
Lil will be truly missed. Her funloving beautiful personality always brightened my day. We worked together at TJmax and she always made working fun by telling stories of escapades in her life. Love and prayers for her family and loved ones.
Dee Wilson
September 02, 2021 | Gloucester, VA
To the Joyce and Miles Family: I was indeed sadden to hear of the passing of my friend, Lillie. She was truly full of life and brought joy to all. We worked together for years at William & Mary. She will truly be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with the family during this time of bereavement. Keep looking up to God. He will keep you and give you peace.
Joyce Holmes
September 02, 2021 | VA | Coworker
A heart of gold..is a lovely description of this dear one. She was always full of life, full of joy. She lifted me up by a mere thought of her. Move and prayers to you all.
Mary Kathryn
Mary Kathryn Diggs
September 02, 2021 | Port Haywood, VA | Friend
Lillie will truly be missed, she always brightened up the room with her smile! She had a heart of gold❤Prayers and hugs for all of her family
Angie Smith
September 01, 2021
My dear Lillie you are free of pain and sickness. Keep smiling as you always have. Countless memories I have of you.
SANDRA JARVIS
September 01, 2021 | Gloucester Point, VA | Friend
Everybody loved Lillie., and great neighbor- God Bless the family.
Ben higgins
September 01, 2021 | Gloucester, VA | Neighbor
Such a special person we have lost. Always laughing and smiling. Her bubbling personality will definitely be missed. Sadly I say rest in piece Lilly.
Loretta Hudgins
August 31, 2021 | Mathews, VA | Family
