of Helena, AR
October 31, 1951 - September 6, 2023
Following a lengthy illness, Joyce Summerhill Stanford found peace on September 6, 2023 in Little Rock, AR.
On Halloween 1951 in Helena, Arkansas, Joyce entered the world as the second born twin to Russell and Jean Summerhill. Until the end she proclaimed to be "the good twin".
Joyce married Marlin Stanford and to their marriage was born, Leslie. As time passed, her family grew, adding a grandson, Brett Brokeshoulder and then granddaughter, Jewel Brokeshoulder. Joyce adored her grandchildren, spending lots of time with them and going on "Jo's Great Adventures".
The birth of her great grandson, Mark Brokeshoulder, was a high point of Joyce's life. She adored Mark and enjoyed celebrating his milestones with all of us.
Following a lengthy illness, Joyce found peace on September 6, 2023, in Little Rock. Joyce was preceded in death by her parents, Russell and Jean Summerhill; her husband, Marlin Stanford; her daughter, Leslie Brokeshoulder and brother, Lloyd "Pete" Summerhill.
Left to cherish her memory are grandchildren, Brett Brokeshoulder and Jewel Brokeshoulder; great grandson, Mark Brokeshoulder; three sisters, Peggy Henson, Loyce Corbitt and Donna Titus Cunningham; one brother, Larry Summerhill and a host of nieces and nephews.
A memorial service will be held Tuesday, September 12th, at 10:00 am at Roller Citizens Funeral Home in West Helena, AR.
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32 Condolence(s)
Janie scaife
Saturday, September 16, 2023
So sorry for your loss.
Betty Wahlquist-Lemley
Thursday, September 14, 2023
Going to miss talking to you cousin.
Gary Sawyers
Thursday, September 14, 2023
To my long time friend you will be missed. Was looking forward to seeing you at the upcoming events
Praying for the family
Rest in peace my friend
Rick Yeager
Thursday, September 14, 2023
My prayers are with you all during your loss.
Arlie King
Wednesday, September 13, 2023
Joyce I hope you have peace and the pain is gone. Prayers to the Family
Andy coats
Wednesday, September 13, 2023
Prayers for al the family
Angela Ward
Wednesday, September 13, 2023
She was so sweet and kind. There is no question about how much she adored her grands. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Margaritte Julius
Tuesday, September 12, 2023
Love and Prayers to the family and friends. You will be missed.
Sharon Carpenter
Tuesday, September 12, 2023
I loved Ms Joyce and I’m so anxious to see her again in heaven. I’m sorry I could not be there with you at her service.
Sharon Boddie
Tuesday, September 12, 2023
So saddened and shocked at Joyce passing. We were friends and coworkers many years. Prayers for the family. I know she is with Marlin and they will continue to watch over their beloved children. Rest high my friend
Pamela Sharp
Tuesday, September 12, 2023
My condolences to the family Leslie was my classmate may they both RIPðŸ‘
Margaret Kirk
Monday, September 11, 2023
Sorry to the passing of Joyce.
My prayer is for peace and comfort for friends and family.
Roland & Clara Williamson
Monday, September 11, 2023
So very sad. Joyce was a good friend. We shared many fun times in school. Especially Study Hall. Double dated with our guys from South Phillips County & ended up marrying them. Many memories. Thankful we shared them. Sending sympathy to family & friends. She will be missed.
Lisa Sweatman
Monday, September 11, 2023
May her memory be for a blessing. May God comfort you and your family.
Pat Williams
Monday, September 11, 2023
I am so sorry about Joyce. Joyce, Loyce, Larry and the whole family -such a sweet, friendly family. We will all miss Joyce.
Betty Laxson
Monday, September 11, 2023
I knew Joyce for quiet a long time. I will miss her. I would always call Joyce, Loyce and Loyce., Joyce. Rest in peace Ms. Joyce🌹🌹🌹🌹♥ï¸â™¥ï¸
Barbara King
Monday, September 11, 2023
I’m so sorry to hear about Joyce. She will be missed by all who her knew her. May God keep all the family in his care now, and in the days ahead.
Jane Lucio
Monday, September 11, 2023
I'm so sorry to hear about Joyce. She was a good friend and will be terribly missed. RIP!
Lynn Corbitt
Monday, September 11, 2023
My prayers are with the family!
Laurie McLendon
Monday, September 11, 2023
Praying for this family.
Joyce and I were Facebook friends.
She always had the kindest remarks and comments.
Her love for her beautiful granddaughter JEWEL shined in everything she said and did.
We all will miss her caring and her generous kindness.
May God grant this family peace.
Sincerely,
Laurie McLendon
Sybil Beasley
Monday, September 11, 2023
I’m so sorry for your loss! My thoughts and prayers are with Joyce’s family and friends during these difficult times ðŸ™ðŸ™â™¥ï¸
Jean Clark
Monday, September 11, 2023
Prayers so sorry for you loss
Leslie Chin
Monday, September 11, 2023
I’m sorry to hear about Joyce. She has been a longtime friend and will be missed. My condolences to all her her family.
Ruby Richardson Mckinney
Monday, September 11, 2023
As a Hometown friend I am so sorry to hear of Joyce’s passing you will be in my thoughts and Prayers during these days May the Lord give her Family and Friends peace and comfort as she will be dearly missed by all.
Ruby McKinney
Cleveland ms
Nancy Moneymaker
Monday, September 11, 2023
I am so sorry to hear about Joyce’s passing. She will be missed by all who loved her. May she rest in peace with Marlon and Leslie by her side.
Barbara chism
Monday, September 11, 2023
I’m so sorry to hear about Joyce. Praying for her family in this time of grief.
Shirley VonKanel
Monday, September 11, 2023
So sorry to hear about Joyce passing. My thoughts and prayers are with your family at this difficult time . May she rest in peace .â¤ï¸
Roxie Wilson
Monday, September 11, 2023
I'm so sorry for your loss. I remember Joyce's smile well. She was a sweet lady.
Thoughts and prayers for all of you.
Danny and Roxie Wilson
Terri Seeman Hollowell
Monday, September 11, 2023
So sorry to hear of Joyce’s passing. She was such a light and loved her family sharing so many of their accomplishments with everyone. May you all feel Gods loving arms around you as you deal with the days ahead. She will always be with you!
Kathy Snowden-Ragsdale
Monday, September 11, 2023
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of my dear friend "Ms" Joyce....She has given me so much great advice in the past 10 years, that will never forget...To her family I send my deepest sympathy and may God Bless You All....She will definitely be missed by all that knew and loved her..
Laura Allen
Monday, September 11, 2023
So sorry for your loss. Prayers to all the family and friends.
Karen Byrd Lavender and Carvill Fitzhugh
Monday, September 11, 2023
We are so sorry for your loss. Sending prayers to your family during this difficult time.