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Joyce Gatling Obituary
Portsmouth - Joyce Flythe Gatling, 65, of the 1500 block of Loren Crescent died on June 15, 2013. She was born in Northhampton County, NC and was the daughter of the late James C. Flythe and Mervin N. Flythe.
Ms. Gatling was a member of St. Mark Missionary Baptist Church where she was a faithful member. She was preceded in death by her biological mother and father, James C. and Mervin N. Flythe, a sister Annie I. Flythe and her adoptive parents, Reginald S. and Alice Lee Flythe.
She leaves to cherish two daughters, Shuwonda Y. Gatling and Antashia D. Thompson (Robert), one son, Calvin R. Gatling (LaToya) all of Portsmouth, VA; a loving aunt, Decie Daye of Baltimore, MD, one sister, Lois F. Edwards of Conway, NC, three brothers, Stanley Flythe (Julia) of Fayetteville, NC, Raymond Lee (Jerrie) of Chesapeake, VA, Bruce Flythe of Conway, NC; nine grandchildren, one great grandchild, a caring former husband, Calvin Gatling, mother and father-in-law, Paul and Gladys Sessoms, a host of aunts, nieces, nephews, cousins, friends and a special friend, Vernon Crump.
A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, June 21, at St. Mark Missionary Baptist Church, 2714 Frederick Blvd., Portsmouth, VA 23704; Bishop Curtis Edmonds, officiating. Interment will be held at Greenlawn Memorial Gardens, Chesapeake, VA. Professional services are entrusted to Metropolitan Funeral Service, Portsmouth. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.metropolitanfuneralservice.com
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Etta Joyner
June 30, 2013
When I think of Joyce, I think of love, kindness and only positive thoughts are associated with her memory. The pain of her loss can only be diminished as our faith grows stronger.
To the immediate family, you are in our prayers as Joyce will remain in our hearts.
Darryll and Argie Joyner
June 30, 2013
Keeping the family in our thoughts and prayrers, continue to be strong and trust in the Lord.
June 29, 2013
I miss my sister, who I loved so much. Keep our family in your prayers as we attempt to adjust to her transition into everlasting life, knowing that to be absent from the body is to be present with The Lord. Love so much.
for Lois Flythe Edwards, Conway, N.C.
June 29, 2013
God is true to His Word and He will send The Comforter. I feel your pain more than you know. You are un my prayers for peace and consolation.
Love you much.
Gloria Joyner Johnson
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Johnnie & Mary Sharpe & Family
June 22, 2013
Gatling Family You Are In Our Thoughts And Prayers, Keep Your Hands In The LORDS Hand . He will Guide Your Family Through this difficult time. Earth Has No Sorrow That Heaven Cannot Heal!
veronica idlet
June 21, 2013
It is a blessing to know that she is no longer in pain, that the tears are gone and that she rests in God's loving embrace..The love between mother and child is so very strong, yet even death cannot tear that apart. but rest assured that you will see her again someday. my condolences to the family for its tremendous loss
June 20, 2013
Shuwonda and Family, May God continue to keep you and your family. Your mother was a strong women in her beliefs and faith and it shines through ya'll. Praying for contined strength and peace. Love Janee
Melissa Shearin
June 19, 2013
Shuwonda and Family,
I am sorry for your loss but at peace knowing that she is no longer in pain. May your family quickly find the peace in knowing also. GOD Bless.
Sincerely,
Melissa
Danzel Manley
June 19, 2013
To The Family
"Ms. Gatling" They don't make them like her anymore. (Good Caring Teachers) Her infectious laughter and cheerful nature has always brought joy to everyone's lives. I will always remember how Ms. Gatling told me to seperate myself from anyone that will cause you trouble and I did just that. I never forget how proud she was to know I received a 4 Year Scholarship to College. Ms. Gatling you will be never forgotten. My Family is praying for your family. Danzel Manley (student from Cradock Middle)
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