Joyce Marcum

Joyce (Hey) Marcum was born on April 20, 1961, in Independence, KS to Frank and Karen (McAlister) Hey. She passed away peacefully on November 28, 2025, in the comfort of her home, surrounded by her loving husband, Bob Marcum of Great Bend, KS, and her two children, Jordan Watson of Andover, KS, and Hunter Marcum of Russell, KS.

Bob and Joyce shared 34 years together, including 30 years of marriage. Their story began in 1991 when Joyce started working as bookkeeper at Food4Less where Bob was working as store management. Their connection was instant and lasting, they were married on June 10th, 1995. Bob stepped into Jordan's life when he was 8 years old, and in 1999, their daughter Hunter was born, completing their family.

In 2001, the family moved to Great Bend, KS. Joyce transferred to the Great Bend Food4Less, where she worked for a few years before joining Bob's family business, Precision Printing & Supply Company, which was started by Bob's father. Though she enjoyed her work and brought many smiles to her coworkers, Joyce's favorite and most cherished role was being a wife and a mom.

Joyce filled the world with warmth, humor, and unwavering love for the people she cared about. She never missed a ballgame or important moment in her children's lives, always showing up with her steady support and proud smile. She celebrated their victories and stood by them through every challenge, offering encouragement and love. She took immense pride in her family, and her love will continue to live on through them. Joyce also adored her dogs, who brought her endless joy and companionship.

Joyce treasured her family and friends deeply. In the summertime, she could always be found at the pool, floating contently in the sun-her happy place. Those who knew her will forever picture her there, smiling, relaxed, and at peace. From 2006 to 2013, the family spent many weekends camping at Pete's Puddle, creating friendships, memories, and moments of joy that will last a lifetime. If there was water nearby, Joyce was sure to be in it.

Throughout her life, Joyce demonstrated remarkable courage. After being diagnosed with MS, she faced each day with grace and determination. Early this month, she received the devastating diagnosis of pancreatic cancer. Even then, she fought bravely, meeting this cruel disease with strength, resilience, and an unwavering spirit. Her family was by her side every step of the way.

Joyce is survived by her loving husband, Bob Marcum; her son, Jordan Watson; her daughter, Hunter Marcum; her brother, Craig Hey, and his wife, Candra Hey, of Cherryvale, KS.; and their three children, who were cherished as her nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, Frank and Karen Hey, whom she loved dearly.

Joyce was a beautiful person-inside and out-and her kindness, strength, and love touched countless lives. We will always miss her, but her spirit will remain with us forever.

Per Joyce's wishes, cremation has taken place. Memorial services will be 11:00 a.m., Saturday, Dec. 13, 2025, at Bryant Funeral Home, with Rev. Robert Selvakumar presiding. Memorials may be given to The American Cancer Society or The Golden Belt Humane Society, in care of Bryant Funeral Home, 1425 Patton Rd., Great Bend, KS 67530.