Danny Bruce Joyce

1933 - 2012

Danny Bruce Joyce obituary, 1933-2012, Sulphur Springs, TX

BORN

1933

DIED

2012

FUNERAL HOME

McConnell Funeral Home

137 North Main Street

Greenwood, Arkansas

Danny Joyce Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Nov. 30, 2012.

Danny Bruce Joyce, 79, of Sulphur Springs, Texas, died November 27, 2012. Danny was born November 22, 1933 in the Cornish area near Greenwood, AR. Danny was raised in the cattle business, was incredibly good at it, staying in it throughout his life. He continued to sell feed for Westway Feed Products in Sulphur Springs until the illness that led to his death. He was preceded in death by his parents, Albert Arthur "Bud" Joyce and Gladys Marie Davis Joyce, and a sister, Rose Marilyn Joyce Geren.

Survivors include his wife of almost sixty years, Claudine Dyer Joyce; two sons, Danny Bruce Joyce, Jr. and wife Julie of Arkadelphia, AR, and Brad Joyce and wife Salome' of Jonesboro, AR; one brother, Davis Darrell Joyce and wife Carole of Spavinaw, OK, eight grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren.

Following a 9:00 a.m. service Friday, November 30 at West Oaks Funeral Home in Sulphur Springs, there will be a visitation 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Friday, November 30 at McConnell Funeral Home in Greenwood. Funeral service will be 2:00 p.m. Saturday December 1 at McConnell Funeral Home Chapel with burial at Liberty Cemetery.

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December 6, 2012

Dear Danny, we sure miss you. Pam is having a hard time of it. Like Mr. Edgar, we were just used to you being there everyday. We know you are, as we speak, at the right hand of HE who commands us. Just know that we love you and miss you so very much, but we will see you again some day.

December 3, 2012

Dwight Holley

Claudine, Brad and Bruce, all of the grandchildren/great-grandchildren, Davie and all others who knew and loved Danny, my cousin, know that the hurt of losing him will lessen with time and you will begin remembering the good times when you think of him. I know I shall.

December 1, 2012

Joe Tholen

I am so sorry for your loss. Time together with loved ones is truly precious.

November 30, 2012

Donna Johnson Arnaud

Brad! I was so sad to learn of Dee's passing!! He was such a great friend to our family and we have a lot of wonderful memories to hold on to!!! I can't imagine how difficult this is but know that u and all the family are in our thoughts and prayers!!! Heaven has a little more humor now cause Dee will have some fun!!!!! We love u!

November 30, 2012

Don/Dorothy Johnson

Joyce Family,
We've lost a great friend of over 45 yrs. We had lots of good times and will always remember his great smile. He will be truly missed. We loved him.

November 30, 2012

James Dyer, Jr.

Aunt Claudine, Bruce and Brad so sorry for the loss of Uncle Danny, I had alot of great memories from Christmas that was spent at Grandma and Grandpa's home. Love you all.

November 30, 2012

I am sorry for your loss. Danny will be missed by all who knew him. I remember him from school. May God bless you as you continue your life and may your memories be pleasant.

November 29, 2012

Mary Parker

Brad and family, so very sorry to hear about Danny. He was a wonderful man. You have our deepest condolences. Mary Parker and Paula Parker May

November 29, 2012

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Jim and Vera Skaggs

May your memories bring you comfort at this time.

November 29, 2012

Toni Taylor

I had only gotten to know Danny a short time ago, and I'm so greatful for that. Danny was wonderful gentleman and a joy to be around. Truly A Man Among Men!! God Bless You Danny!

November 29, 2012

Toni Taylor

November 29, 2012

Kent Davis

This is to brad and Danny, I grew up around there home a mr Danny said a lot to us as kid that mad a lot of sence now, gret man, Loved him he will be missed. Kent Davis

November 29, 2012

Charles and Sharon Helm

You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. As time passes may the wonderul memories help you get through the tough times ahead.

November 28, 2012

Bart and Denise Goebel

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort especially during this holiday season. His loving smile and friendliness will truly be missed, but will always be remembered. What a great man he was and may he rest in Eternal Peace.

November 28, 2012

Laura Nolen

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

November 28, 2012

Dwain & Laurie Mayfield

Brad and Family,
We are so sorry for the loss of your Dad. May the memories you have of him help you through this difficult time. Just know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

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