of West Helena, AR
April 8, 1943 - August 26, 2017
Joy Segars Stiles Peck, age 74, of West Helena, Arkansas passed away Saturday, August 26, 2017 in Little Rock. Joy was born April 8, 1943 in Pine Bluff, Arkansas to the late John and Kathryn Segars. She was a member of West Acres Baptist Church. Joy was an organist for West Helena United Methodist Church, Cleburne Avenue Presbyterian Church and she played for multiple weddings, services and other community events throughout the years. Joy also taught school in the Helena-West Helena public school system for over 40 years.
She is survived by her husband, John; daughter, Roxane Ainsworth; son, William Stiles (Bethany); stepson, Jason Peck; stepdaughter, Jenny Peck; granddaughter, Shonna Dickard (Ross); grandsons, Liam Stiles and Luke Stiles; great-granddaughter, Palmer Dickard; brother, John Segars (Jo); and a host of other family and friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents; son, Michael Stiles; and sister, Kathy Graves.
A funeral service for Joy Peck will be held at 10:00 a.m., Thursday, August 31, 2017 at West Helena United Methodist Church with burial to follow at Maple Hill Cemetery. Visitation will be Wednesday evening from 6:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. at Roller-Citizens Funeral Home. Reverend Melissa Maskell and Brother Dale Gansman will officiate.
Pallbearers are Ken Elliott, Floyd Jones, Eddie Schieffler, John Hartsell, Lee Petty and William Stiles.
Services will be directed by Roller-Citizens Funeral Home, West Helena, (870) 572-2571.
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27 Condolence(s)
Bobby & Ann Gassaway
Tuesday, September 5, 2017
Our Sweet Joy, you will be missed by many. She played at our Wedding in 1988. She was our Church organist. We had a special friendship with Joy. She made the best homemade banana split ice cream. Many prayers for your family. Matt. 18:20
Kenneth Ekenseair
Friday, September 1, 2017
Johnny, I'm so sorry to hear of Joy's passing. I loved to hear her play the pipe organ at the Methodist Church on Sunday morning.
Donna Trainham Martin
Thursday, August 31, 2017
William,and family.. I am very saddened at the passing of your loving mother. Although I didn't know her personally I know she was a grand lady to have raised such a fine, caring son as you. Peace, love and prayers to you and your family.if you need anything just give a yell! Donna Trainham Martin
Loreather Stacker
Wednesday, August 30, 2017
Roxanne so sorry to hear of the passing of your mother..I pray God comfort you and your family during your time of sorrow!
Mike and Lisa Tharp
Wednesday, August 30, 2017
Johnny, Roxanne, William and Family,
Joy held a very special place in the Tharp Family hearts. She was a fine Christian lady and her name fit her very well. She will be greatly missed by all of us.
Mary Ann KIZER
Tuesday, August 29, 2017
Jo and John, Sending sympathy and prayers for your loss. Mary Ann Kizer
Becky Burton
Tuesday, August 29, 2017
Dennis and I are so sorry for your loss. Joy was a delightful lady and was such a pleasure to know. She had the most wonderful sense of humor and was loved by everyone who knew her.
Chlotiel work
Tuesday, August 29, 2017
So sorry I couldn't b there with family circustces would not allow. But I miss my sweet niece and all family get togethers won't b same without my sweet niece. She was just four or five when I joined family withucle Jim. She is with him now and her sweet mother love to all.
Jimmie Kaye Kuhre
Tuesday, August 29, 2017
I am so sorry for your loss. This incredible lady was my second grade school teacher and I have loved her since then and that was 50 years ago. I had the joy of working at the hospital as she served as a volunteer for the past several years. Such a sweet lady! She will be missed.
Terri Seeman Hollowell
Tuesday, August 29, 2017
Johnny and family,
I have known Joy more years than I want to admit. She was a true southern lady in every sense of the word. She always had a smile on her face and a hello for everyone. She loved her family, friends, and her God. Hold on to each other as she taught you to do. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Judy Travis
Tuesday, August 29, 2017
Dear Johnny, Joy will be missed. I will keep you in my prayers.
May God be with you during this time of sadness Judy Travis
Brenda Tyler Goode
Tuesday, August 29, 2017
Saddened to learn of Joy's passing. She was a special person so kind and sweet.
I know how much she was loved by her family and friends. Our thoughts
and prayers are with you all
Donna Ward Johnson
Tuesday, August 29, 2017
Sure hate to hear of her passing. She was the BEST 4th grade teacher I know. She taught me at Desoto about 42 years ago. With deepest smpathy
Ruth Rogers
Tuesday, August 29, 2017
I am sad for your loss. I pray God will comfort you and send His peace to lift you up.
Cornelia DeLee
Tuesday, August 29, 2017
You were named aptly, for you were JOY to know and brought JOY to my life and ministry while I was with you at West Helena. If it is possible to add even more JOY to a time or a place, you always found the right way to do this. If we can learn anything from you, it would be to live with JOY!
I will miss my birthday sister, but I know we'll celebrate our special days every year, for death never separates us as long as we keep our faith in God, who unites us all in love and eternal communion. Joy and Peace, Pastor Cornelia
Becky Floyd
Tuesday, August 29, 2017
So incredibly sorry for the loss of your sweet sister, John and your entire family!!
Darla Self Clark
Monday, August 28, 2017
My thoughts and prayers are with all of the family.
Tammy and Haley Atkins
Monday, August 28, 2017
God placed you in our lives for a season. You prayed for us, laughed with us, and most of all was our family. We will never forget you and that wonderful sense of humor. Thank you for all your advice from one Mom to another. You can now spend eternity with the Lord that you loved so much, and family you missed so much. God definitely needed some Joy in Heaven - now it is sweeter. Until we meet again our dear, sweet Granny Joy!!
Loretta
Monday, August 28, 2017
I'm so sorry for your loss. Roxanne, we love you at FMC!
Sheila
Monday, August 28, 2017
My sweet short cousin. There are 3 of us, Sandy, you and I. Now your Joy in Heaven make us 2. Stand tall!
Robert W. Dismuke
Monday, August 28, 2017
Roxanne and William, I'm so sorry for your loss and keeping y'all in my prayers.
Pat Gunter
Monday, August 28, 2017
Roxanne, praying for you and family! So sorry for your loss.
LOYCE CORBITT
Monday, August 28, 2017
WE ARE SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT JOY. SHE WAS A WONDERFUL LADY AND A PLEASURE YO KNOW. OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH THE FAMILY AND FRIENDS AT THIS TIME
LOYCE cORBITT PEGGY HENSON
Carolyn /Richard Booker
Monday, August 28, 2017
Roxanne-
Such a sad time. Nothing but love and prayers for you and your family.
Love ya
Billie Sue Rohrscheib
Monday, August 28, 2017
Loved this precious lady!!! She will be so missed by everyone that was blessed to have her in their life. Our prayers are with you all during this sad time. Henry and Billie Sue Rohrscheib
Malinda Patrick
Monday, August 28, 2017
Joy played for our wedding in 1975. I also took lessons from her. She was always a joy and full of life. So sorry for your loss.
Ernestine Freeman
Monday, August 28, 2017
So sorry to hear about Joy. She was a wonderful mother and musician. She will be missed by many. Praying for the family and friends.