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Joyce L. Watts

1927 - 2015

Joyce L. Watts obituary, 1927-2015, Milwaukee, WI

BORN

1927

DIED

2015

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Reid's New Golden Gate Funeral Home - Milwaukee

5665 N Teutonia Avenue

Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Joyce Watts Obituary

Watts, Joyce L. Age 88. November 24, 2015. Devoted wife of 71 years to Mr. Lois Watts, Beloved mother to Gloria, Patricia, Lorraine, Gary, Jeffery (late Paulette), Kevin and Michelle Watts; Camille Rose; Thelma (Kenneth) Bigelow, Sherry (Radolph) Matthews, Beverly (Duane) Wray, Renee (Charles) Rodgers. Further survived by three sisters, one brother, 30 grandchildren, 65 great-grandchildren, 15 great-great- grandchildren, a host of additional family members and friends. Preceded in death by her parents Barney and JoAnna Walker; brothers Alfred, Barney, Eugene and James; sons Jerome and Robert Watts. Homegoing Celebration Sat., December 5th at Ebenezer COGIC, 3132 N. MLK Dr. Funeral 11AM. Visitation 9-11AM. Services entrusted to:

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Published by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel on Dec. 2, 2015.

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July 29, 2017

I keep thinking of Mrs. Joyce and her laughter. She was such a good person, I loved her like my second mother. As I said before, she gave me first perm, and my first tamale. After all of these years, she still holds a large warm place in my heart. I know the Lord needed her in heaven and took her on home. I ask Mrs. Joyce to say hello to my mother in heaven, Edith, who left this earth 10/7/15. They would have been great friends if they had met on earth, now they are both Angels in heaven, praising, worshipping and giving Christ Jesus, all the glory. I love you, Mrs. Joyce. Esther Hawkins Netz

May 18, 2016

I can't believe Mrs.Joyce has departed from earth and gone on to heaven to be with the Lord Jesus. Rest well my friend. Your kindness will never be forgotten, you treated me like one of your own daughters. And I felt like one of her family members, thanks to Sherry and Pat. May God comfort the family at this time and hold them allclose to His heart, especially Mr. Lois Watts. God Bless the Family.
Sincerely, Esther (Hawkins) Netz

May 18, 2016

Mrs.Joyce Watts was a dear friend of mine. She use to do my hair. I met her through her daughters Sherry and Pat. Mrs. Joyce was going to let me move in with her and her family, my aunt and I had differences. I had my first tamale with Mrs. Joyce and she gave me my first hair permanent. She was an awesome person, with a big big heart. I was always sorry I didn't stay in contact with her. You Rest In Peace Mrs.Joyce, and say hello to my mother, Edith Brown, who went to heaven 10/7/2016. God Bless the family. I pray for comfort for the family and that the Holy Spirit will be with them at this time.

God Bless,
Esther (Hawkins) Netz

January 16, 2016

Joyce and I worked together at Milwaukee County Dept. of Social Welfare. She was always positive and a pleasure to work with. Everyone loved and respected Joyce. She was Mrs. Watts no first name out of respect. As a fellow Milwaukee County Retiree, I send my sincere condolence to the Watts Family.

May the God of all comfort strengthen the family during this time of deep sorrow. Those who fall asleep in death, God keeps in his memory because they are precious in his eyes.

Psalms 116:15
Gwendolyn Quezaire-Presutti Retiree 1995

Greatly loved..deeply missed

Bev Watts-Wray

December 16, 2015

Deborah Kaye

December 7, 2015

Condolences to the Watts family. I worked with Mrs. Watts at Milwaukee County and she was always motherly and very kind. You will be truly missed. Deborah Kaye f/k/a Deborah Sharp-Summit

Annie Landers-Jackson

December 4, 2015

From the Landers Family in Alabama your in our thoughts and prayers. Wishing you and your family strength and peace. May hope find its way to your heart. May angels walk with you today, tomorrow and always.

Joan Walker

December 4, 2015

It is with sincere sympathy in the loss of your beloved mother (Aunt Joyce). My family share with you much love, peace, and comfort and fervent prayers. Much Love Joan Walker and Family, Kansas City, Missouri

Meredith Purifoy

December 3, 2015

Much love to Ms.Watts and her family, my grandma would take me over her house and visit all the time, Ms. Watts loved her some kobe lol.

Joanna Killebrew

December 3, 2015

Condolences for the entire Watt Family,sending much love and pray peace be with you ALL in this saddened time...I had the pleasure to meet my Auntie and a few of my cousins...I truly enjoyed the time we spent together... Much Love from Walker Family in Bakersfield, CA

Malinda Jackson

December 3, 2015

Rip Mrs Watts!! You no when I was a lil girl you laid my Shirley Temple curls out!!love an peace Navell Purifoy Granddaughter Malinda Purifoy

Bobbie Hoover

December 2, 2015

Pat, you have my condolences and the entire family.

Walter L. & Fannie Smith

December 2, 2015

Watts Family...You have our deepest sympathy.

Josephine Napoleon

December 2, 2015

Praying for the family during this time of bereavement. May God give u strength and favor.

Marilyn Morrow

December 2, 2015

She will be missed but her life and legacy will live on. My prayers are with the family in this time of sadness and grief. I believe she is even now rejoicing in heaven around the throne of God. No more sorrow or pain for her. She has graduated.
Love you all, Marilyn Morrow

Marcia Bankhead Wheeler

December 2, 2015

The Bankhead Family sends it's deepest condolences to the Watts Family, may GOD blessed and keep you in his arms. Love is always here.

Joyce Hurst

December 2, 2015

I love you all and know even though I am not present with you my heart is there. May GOD continue to keep you and bless you. With Sympathy and Love from your sister at heart b

Jimmie Mills

December 1, 2015

Condolences to the watts family. I remember her smile and kindness given to my family. "It hurt to lose someone but they don't go home alone, a part of us goes with them when God calls them home".

Connie Rush

December 1, 2015

Gary I cannot even begin to understand what you are going through right now, but I would like to offer my prayers and condolences to you and your family. May your Mother rest in heaven.

Linda Small

December 1, 2015

To Camille and Family. Please accept my heartfelt condolences, words cannot begin to express the sadness you are feeling right now, but I am here for you and I am praying for you. God bless you and may the soul of your Mother rest in the everlasting peace of Christ Almighty.

Thomas Mixon

December 1, 2015

Condolences to Michelle and the entire Watts family on their loss of their beloved mother.

Crystal McRae

December 1, 2015

For ever in my heart thank you for opening your home heart and sassy mouth to me... glad i had a chance to know, love and be apart of your family....forever luv

Shenita Jackson

November 30, 2015

To the Family although you may have Lost A Special Love One!!! Keep all those lovely Memories!!! She has a New Home now with her Heavenly Father
We Love You'll.

Dennis Sanders

November 30, 2015

So the LORD said Joyce,come on up a little higher you been faithful over a few and I will make you ruler over many.
I will continue to keep the Watts family in my thoughts and in our prayers.

Michele "Mickey" Sanders

November 30, 2015

My sincerest condolences to the entire family. May God keep you in perfect peace during this time. Mother Watts will surely be missed....

Victoria Foster

November 30, 2015

You touched my life in ways i was never able to tell you! You will for ever be in my heart .Love you Grandma

Kim Pettis-Lewis

November 30, 2015

Praying for the entire Watts family. The words of wisdom and encouragement that Mother Joyce Watts gave me over the years to help me along the way will be remembered.

Jauquetta Coleman

November 30, 2015

My prayers and deepest condolences to the Watts Family. I love you all!

Deborah Avery

November 30, 2015

Watts Family you're in my thoughts and prayers. From Deborah Avery (21st and Auer/Auer Ave/Peckham Jr High/Washington High)

Terrell Matthews

November 30, 2015

Hey Grandma. I know you wouldn't want me crying, but it's kind of hard imagining my life without you. Thank You for everything you've done and everything you've been for me. I promise I'll make you proud. I Love You.

Kyra E Matthews

November 30, 2015

Forever in my heart....

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Visitation

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Ebenezer COGIC

3132 N. MLK Dr., WI

Dec

5

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11:00 a.m.

Ebenezer COGIC

3132 N. MLK Dr., WI

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