of North Little Rock, AR
August 1, 1930 - December 17, 2023
Velma ''Joyce'' Gazaway was a caring wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend. She left this world to enter her eternal home with Jesus on December 17, 2023
She was born to Van and Goldie Whitson on August 1, 1930 in Knobel, Arkansas,
After graduating from Knobel High, Joyce met Pringle Gazaway in a cotton field in Arkansas. They married in 1947 and had two daughters, Susan and Debby.
Joyce was predeceased by her husband, Pringle; her parents and three sisters, Peggy Jenkins, Vanita Turcol and Hilda Larsen.
She was a full-time homemaker but also held part time positions with the NLR Times and Little Rock Convention Bureau.
The simplest pleasures in life brought joy to Joyce. She loved to read, garden and play Bridge with friends. But there were times you would find Joyce and Pringle square dancing in Levy.
Joyce was a long-time member of Park Hill Baptist Church in NLR. She taught 3rd grade Sunday School for many years. She considered this her God given calling. Joyce and Pringle were active on Andrew Teams and Shepherds Ministries. Joyce served in a leadership position in International Bible Study Fellowship.
She is survived by Susan Coleman (Dalton) and Debby Hamilton (Clay). Her four grandchildren are Keith Baxter (Becky), Stacey Paparic, Gabriel Hamilton (Ree) and Hunter Hamilton (Terrah). Great-grandchildren include Alexis Bell (Brian), Ashton Paparic, Aiden and MacKenzie Baxter, Walt, Henry and Iris Hamilton. One great great-granddaughter is Ava Hoyt.
Joyce often said, ''My desire is to honor God and to lift up Jesus.'' She exemplified this by her life.
In lieu of flowers, the family request that memorials be given to a charity of your choice.
A Gathering of Remembrance will be held on Friday, December 22nd from 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at Roller-Owens Funeral Home in North Little Rock.
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14 Condolence(s)
Amber Taylor
Friday, December 22, 2023
I'm sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Sending many hugs and love.
Belinda Greenbaum
Friday, December 22, 2023
Dearest Susan and Debbie and families
Sure do wish we could have been with you all
to grieve and to also celebrate the passing of Aunt Joyce, my namesake. For surely she is rejoicing now in Heaven with her Lord and
Savior. love you all
Belinda and Al Greenbaum
Sandee Hunt Scarborough
Friday, December 22, 2023
Debbie and Susan so sorry for your loss of your sweet Mother. May God's peace comfort you and His love ease your sadness.
Debi Davies
Friday, December 22, 2023
She was a beautiful lady with 2 faithful and loving daughters. Praying for you all.
Becky Hodges Blackwood
Thursday, December 21, 2023
My mother, Ruth Hodges, loved you, Mrs. Gazaway. I so remember you both teaching children in Sunday School, and being good friends.
My deepest sympathies to Debbie and Susan.
Love, Becky
Pat Short
Thursday, December 21, 2023
What a treasure to have your precious mother in your life so long. Our prayers are with you, God bless.
Reba
Thursday, December 21, 2023
I remember meeting her when I stayed with Stacey one summer. She was elegant , beautiful and kind to me.
She was so loved by the whole family and I felt honored to meet her.
I love you Stacey and I pray for peace and comfort for you all during this time .
Rhonda DeVore
Thursday, December 21, 2023
So sorry to hear of your loss. Joyce was a wonderful lady. Prayers for your family.
Janis and Roy Carrier
Thursday, December 21, 2023
Sending condolences, hugs and love..
Rest in peace Mimi..
W. Keith Baxter
Thursday, December 21, 2023
I love you Grandmother. I miss talking with you and will always cherish your sage advice you have me over the years. If you get a chance tell Granddad I love and miss him as well.
Keith
Linda Bunda
Thursday, December 21, 2023
Susan & Debbie, deepest sympathy and prayers for you and your families.
Scott Patrom
Thursday, December 21, 2023
So sorry to hear of her passing. Many great memories of her and Mr. Pringle! Love this whole family! Praying for you all!
Paula and Gary Robertson
Wednesday, December 20, 2023
We love you all! Joyce was so amazing!
Carole Blount Drinkwater
Wednesday, December 20, 2023
Susan and Debby,
Praying for you and your family today and in the days ahead.
Carole Drinkwater