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Joyce Ashworth Obituary

ASHWORTH Joyce Gary Ashworth, 86, of Varina, passed away April 8, 2007. She is survived by her husband, Joel (Tommy) Thomas Ashworth Sr.; five children, Joan P. Mayo, Thomas N. Brooks, James W. Brooks, Dr. Joel T. Ashworth, and Joyce A. Evans; a host of grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren. The family will receive friends Tuesday, April 10 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at Nelsen's Funeral Home, 4650 S. Laburnum Ave., Richmond, Va. Graveside services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, April 11 at Oakwood Cemetery. A memorial service will follow at Varina Baptist Church, 8090 Varina Rd. at 12 noon. In lieu of flowers, donations are suggested to Varina Baptist Church.
Published by Richmond Times-Dispatch on Apr. 10, 2007.

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Richard Ashworth

October 13, 2023

My favorite Aunt, I know Aunt Joyce is taking care of kitty kats in Heaven. Love you, Little Richard

FRANNY CARROLL

April 16, 2007

GRANNY JOYCE WAS A VERY SPECIAL LADY AND I WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER THE FUN TIMES WE HAD ON THE BUS TRIPS. SHE WAS A VERY SPECIAL PERSON AND WE WILL ALL MISS HER.

Aurelia Langford

April 12, 2007

Dr. Joel Ashworth and families

I was griefed for you, your father, brothers, sisters, and other dear family members in the passing of your Mother/Wife/Sister/Aunt. Your Mother has instilled in each of you life's true values, traditions, the importance of family, and most importantly, thought you the love of her God. Mother's love is a bond you will always have in your heart, and the scrapbook of memories can be opened whenever you desire. Your Mother is in the arms of Christ, rejoice for her, she awaits each of her family. Please accept my condolences. God bless you.

kristen webb

April 11, 2007

Uncle Tommy:
You are in my thoughts and prayers. I know how hard it is to miss someone that you really loved. Granny Joyce will always be with me in my heart. I love you Uncle Tommy. I will miss you Granny Joyce.

Toni Webb

April 11, 2007

Uncle Tommy and family,
Letting go of Granny was one of the hardest things I have had to do.I know God needed a special angel and that is why he called her home .Because she sure was a special lady here on earth.One thing we can say is we all have special memories with her and we will never lose those.My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Toni Bowles (Carroll)

April 11, 2007

Granny Joyce went on many trips with my family and I on the tour bus. Even though I was a teenager i remember her greatly. She was the light of the trips! And will be missed by many.

Glenn & Bobbie Snyder

April 11, 2007

Glenn and I are so sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you and your family in this time of sorrow. If there is anything you need, we are just a few feet away. God Bless you and keep you and your family. Where angels fly there is no suffering, or pain then you know she is at home.

Melissa Bordonie

April 11, 2007

Sorry for your loss.

Elizabeth Bordonie

April 11, 2007

Dear Ashworth Family I am so sorry for your loss...

Joy Narron

April 10, 2007

Dr. Ashworth,
I have been a patient of yours for many years. Although I am not a frequent patient I want to send you my deepest condolences and prayers on the loss of your beloved mother. I hope that God comforts you in your time of mourning and holds you close in His arms so your memories will be filled with joy and happiness.

Sally Noe

April 10, 2007

Joy and family,
I am deeply saddened by the passing of Mama Joyce. I have such wonderful memories of her on her visits to you in Jacksonville many, many years ago. I remember sewing a hem for you and she knew you did not sew it because the stitches were not what she had taught you! She also loved her cats. My heart is very heavy, but I know God has a very special place for her.

Cynethia Lewis

April 10, 2007

Dr. Ashworth and Family,

You and your entire family are in my thoughts and prayers.

francine parkinson

April 10, 2007

i did your mom's hair for years.she always had a story to tell and put a smile on everybody's face.i'm sure she has a special cloud in heaven.
my thoughts are with you.
francine parkinson

Deborah Beachem

April 10, 2007

I am so sad to hear of aunt joyce's passing. She was always here for me in my times of need and times of joy. She truly lived her life to the fullest and with no regrets, not many can say that. She was a source of strenthg for so many people that her passing will affect more than anyone could ever imagine to guess. The star I had here on earth is now shining forever above me. When I look to the sky I will see the light in my life and smile for all the joyous memories that will live on forever in my heart.
Deborah Ashworth Beachem and family

Debbie Krzak

April 10, 2007

You will be missed by all Granny Joyce.

Susan and John Smith

April 10, 2007

Joy, Dave and Family,

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this sad time. May the close relationship you had and the memories you shared help you through your sorrow.

With Our Love and Deepest Sympathy,

Debbie Moore, MSW

April 10, 2007

Dr. Ashworth -

We are so sorry for the loss of your mother.

You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

Karen Deane and Deborah Moore

Richard Ashworth

April 10, 2007

My heart is sadden by the death of
my aunt Joyce. She was truly an inspiration to me in my time of needed support. A great lady that will be missed by all whom came in her path. My sympathies to uncle
Tommy and to the children. As I am
unable to attend the celebration of
going home to be with our Lord, and
the sadness of that empty space she leaves behind,I will always remember the love she and accetance
she showed to me. God bless you.

Richard & BJ Ashworth
Augusta, Ga

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