of Batesville, AR
May 12, 1930 - July 2, 2021
Joyce Skinner, 91, of Batesville, Arkansas passed from this life on July 2, 2021, in her home. Daughters, Kim and Kristi, and her sister Mary were at her side. Joyce was born in 1930 near Calico Rock, Arkansas to Robert and Lena Guthrie. She attended school in Calico Rock, graduating in 1949, and from the Baptist School of Nursing in Little Rock in 1952, before beginning her nursing career in Batesville. Joyce went on to become a well-respected administrator at Woodlawn Nursing Home in Batesville until she retired in 1993 after 27 years of service. She was an outstanding administrator and devoted to the patients under her care. Families continued to thank her for what she did for their loved ones more than 25 years ago.
Joyce loved Christmas carolers, cookie jars, coffee, bees, butterflies, and birds. She fed and joyfully watched hummingbirds in the summer and redbirds in the winter. She loved cheering on the Razorback basketball team and rarely missed watching a game.
Joyce dearly loved her children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren. She learned to use technology so she could receive digital pictures, videos, and FaceTime calls with her family. Joyce was thoughtful and caring. She loved to talk and laugh with her friends and family, always encouraging us with her positive attitude and wise counsel.
She is survived by daughters Kim Skinner of Batesville, Kay Humbard (Philip) of Springdale, and Kristi Johnson (Patti Cummings) of Ward; grandchildren Sarah Bookout (Johnny) of Searcy, Morgan Johnson of Little Rock, Jay Humbard (Katie) of Fayetteville, Will Johnson of Siloam Springs, and Mitchell Humbard (Kelley) of Fayetteville; great-grandchildren Caleb Crabtree, William G. Thompson, Austin Crawley, Kennedy & Arianna Woods, Aiden & Liam Johnson, Parker, Kaden, Jackson, & Hallie Humbard; sisters Robbie Scott of Lees Summit, MO & Mary Thurman of Batesville; bonus grands, many well loved nieces, nephews & friends and especially life-long best friend Joyce M. Porterfield of Moore, OK. Joyce is preceded in death by her husband Herbert Skinner, parents Robert & Lena Guthrie, and brothers Ernest & Tom Guthrie.
Joyce is interned at Oaklawn Cemetery. A memorial service will be held at 3 o'clock, on Friday, July 23, 2021 at West Baptist Church, Batesville. Honorary Pallbearers include Jay Humbard, Mitchell Humbard, Will Johnson, Caleb Crabtree, William G. Thompson, and Austin Crawley.
The family would like to thank the staff of Arkansas Hospice in Batesville for their respectful and thoughtful care. In lieu of flowers, donations in honor of Joyce may be made to Arkansas Blood Institute (http://arkbi.org) or your local blood bank.
For more information contact Roller-Crouch Funeral Home, Batesville https://www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/batesville
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14 Condolence(s)
Larry Allgood
Friday, August 6, 2021
I was saddened to learn of Joyce's passing yesterday, August 5. I can only imagine the emptiness still felt by Kay, Kim and Kristi. We attended West Baptist for so many years with Joyce, and we're glad heaven has welcomed her into that wonderful eternal city.
It's my prayer the Kay, Kim, Kristi and the extended family find peace in our Lord during the time of sadness.
Sharon Guthrie Housley
Friday, July 9, 2021
I am so sorry to hear about your mother. She was a great lady and we are all better people for having known her.
Rita Gray Ramey
Thursday, July 8, 2021
To Kay and all your family,
My sincere condolences I’m sending to all of you. It’s obvious to me that your mom was a strong and smart woman. She was also a wonderful mother as evidenced by the smart and caring children she raised. May you all be comforted by your warm memories of your beloved mom.
Fondly,
Rita Gray Ramey
Melissa Wood
Thursday, July 8, 2021
My condolences to the family of Ms Skinner. To my friend Kim, I am so sorry to hear of your mom passing. I pray for the Lord to comfort you and your family in a way only He can do.
Lynn Candler
Wednesday, July 7, 2021
Joyce was a kind and sweet lady. Always caring and calm in any situation. I loved her dearly and know she will be missed by everyone who knew her.
Rebecca Riggs
Wednesday, July 7, 2021
So sorry for your loss. Mrs. Skinner was a caring, loving
person. Am proud that she was my employer.
She was a lady that her family can be proud of.
My God Bless you all during this time of sorrow.
Patricia Milon
Wednesday, July 7, 2021
So sorry for your loss i am praying for the family. Mrs Skinner was the best person I ever work for.she was kind to everyone .rest in peace until we meet again.🙏🙏🙏
Betty Gaither
Wednesday, July 7, 2021
So sorry to hear of Joyce's passing I will always remember the two trips to Oklahoma to see her dear friend and me to see my sister we had such a good time. You guys will be in my prayers. Love Betty
Piper and Efren Quintana
Tuesday, July 6, 2021
Our good thoughts and energy to everyone....❤️❤️❤️
Phyllis Smith
Tuesday, July 6, 2021
Love and prayers for Joyce’s family.
Peggy and Dean Redford
Tuesday, July 6, 2021
Praying for the family. God’s peace and comfort to all.
Kitty Wilson
Tuesday, July 6, 2021
Loved her dearly❤️ She was a sweet and loving person. Alway so calm amid the storms of life. She will be missed
Love to you all
Kitty
Terri Mundy
Tuesday, July 6, 2021
Such a great lady who was gracious and generous. Joyce was a great example of someone who filled her life with love and devotion to others, especially to her family. Kay, Kim and Kristi, you were so fortunate to be chosen by God to have her as your mother. Love to you all at this time.
Janice Fuller
Tuesday, July 6, 2021
So sorry for your loss will be thinking and praying for all your family.