Joyce Bernadine Little, 82, of Rising Sun, MD, passed away suddenly after a short illness on Tuesday, January 26, 2016. Born July 9, 1933 in Illinois, Joyce was the daughter of the late Sherman Edward and Edna Fern (Cowan) Gilbert. Joyce worked at the Perry Point VA Hospital for 32 years, retiring in 1995 asContinue Reading
Joyce Bernadine Little, 82, of Rising Sun, MD, passed away suddenly after a short illness on Tuesday, January 26, 2016.
Born July 9, 1933 in Illinois, Joyce was the daughter of the late Sherman Edward and Edna Fern (Cowan) Gilbert. Joyce worked at the Perry Point VA Hospital for 32 years, retiring in 1995 as a registered nurse. She was a lifelong member of Hopewell United Methodist Church where she enjoyed the fellowship of her church family. She enjoyed crocheting, reading her nook, playing solitaire, and listening to country and gospel music. She also treasured her doll collection but what Joyce cherished most of all was her time spent with her loving family and wonderful friends, especially her time with Shirley Gurkovic and her phone conversations with Betty Sullins.
Joyce is survived by her five children, Melvin Little and his wife, Dotsy, Melissa Neyman and her husband, Joseph, James Little and his wife, Lisa, Melinda Delp and her husband, Chris, and LuAnn Williams and her husband, Jeffery; thirteen grandchildren; and thirteen great grandchildren. Including her parents, she was preceded in death by her loving husband of 35 years, Sanford Little; son, Larry Little; grandson, Kevin Little; and her two brothers, Robert and Richard Gilbert.
A visitation will be held from 6-8 pm on Monday, February 1, 2016 at R.T. Foard Funeral Home, P.A., 111 S. Queen St., Rising Sun, MD 21911. A service will be held at 11am at the funeral home where family and friends may visit beginning at 10am. Burial will follow at Hopewell Cemetery in Port Deposit, MD.
Donna Thrasher
left a message on February 27, 2016:
Remembering a good friend and co-worker. She has left fond memories with all that knew her. She will be greatly missed.
LuAnn Willians
left a message on February 19, 2016:
My precious mother. I wonder how we all shall go on without you. But the faith that you and grandmom instilled in us allows me to know that you are wrapped in God's love, and we will we see you again in heaven. God has truly blessed us to let us have you on earth as long as he did. There is a hole in my heart the size of the Grand Canyon, or at least it feels that way. You are my Hero and I miss you. Love Becca Lu
karen young
left a message on February 6, 2016:
Iam so sorry for your loss. Joyce and I have been friends for over 32 yrs. I met her during one of the worst times in her life , losing Sam. I took care of Sam during his heart attack and was with him when he passed. Joyce never forgot that and we became long time friends. She was a caring loving person & I am so saddened that I did not know she left us. We talked at Christmas and I will miss her laugh and smile. My deepest condolences to all of the family. God now has another angel.
Daniel and Joyce Eder
left a message on February 2, 2016:
With our deepest condolences on Joyce's passing. Our family has some lovely memories of Gran Little. She was a caring and loving woman and we were blessed to have her in our lives. Joyce may you rest in peace.
Libby McCullough
left a message on February 2, 2016:
I was so sorry to learn of Joyce's passing. Joyce was so pleasant to talk to whenever I would see her. My thoughts and prayers are with her family at this sad time. Libby McCullough
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Edie Goss
left a message on February 1, 2016:
My heart is broken my best friend is no longer with us. My sympathy goes out to her children and grand children. You will be in my prays and my God grant you comfort. Joyce and I were very close and she will sorely be missed.
Danny Armour
left a message on February 1, 2016:
Dear Melinda and LouAnn, sending hugs and prayers to you and your families. May the love, laughter, happy times and special moments remembered help you smile in the days ahead
Gary Holmes
left a message on February 1, 2016:
Dear Ryan & Amanda, Casey & Mr. & Mrs. Delp. We are all so very sorry to hear of the loss of you Grandmother. Beautiful picture. She sounded like a lovely lady with a great reward in Heaven. You all are in our thoughts & prayers. May God bless you all with his Hugs & Special Memories & Peace at this sad time. God Bless! Gary Holmes & the Land Records & Licensing Offices of the Clerk of the Circuit Court of Cecil County.
Linda
left a message on January 31, 2016:
Mom I Love you so much!
James & Lisa
left a message on January 31, 2016:
Mom will miss you so much.
Robin Jumbelick
left a message on January 28, 2016:
Aunt Joyce was one if the sweetest ladies I knew. She always had a kind word and a smile. I will miss her and the cards she always sent. She will be missed by many. However I know she's with Uncle Sonny in heaven. She now has her wings.
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Donna Thrasher
left a message on February 27, 2016:
Remembering a good friend and co-worker. She has left fond memories with all that knew her. She will be greatly missed.
LuAnn Willians
left a message on February 19, 2016:
My precious mother. I wonder how we all shall go on without you. But the faith that you and grandmom instilled in us allows me to know that you are wrapped in God's love, and we will we see you again in heaven. God has truly blessed us to let us have you on earth as long as he did. There is a hole in my heart the size of the Grand Canyon, or at least it feels that way. You are my Hero and I miss you. Love Becca Lu
karen young
left a message on February 6, 2016:
Iam so sorry for your loss. Joyce and I have been friends for over 32 yrs. I met her during one of the worst times in her life , losing Sam. I took care of Sam during his heart attack and was with him when he passed. Joyce never forgot that and we became long time friends. She was a caring loving person & I am so saddened that I did not know she left us. We talked at Christmas and I will miss her laugh and smile. My deepest condolences to all of the family. God now has another angel.
Daniel and Joyce Eder
left a message on February 2, 2016:
With our deepest condolences on Joyce's passing. Our family has some lovely memories of Gran Little. She was a caring and loving woman and we were blessed to have her in our lives. Joyce may you rest in peace.
Libby McCullough
left a message on February 2, 2016:
I was so sorry to learn of Joyce's passing. Joyce was so pleasant to talk to whenever I would see her. My thoughts and prayers are with her family at this sad time. Libby McCullough
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Edie Goss
left a message on February 1, 2016:
My heart is broken my best friend is no longer with us. My sympathy goes out to her children and grand children. You will be in my prays and my God grant you comfort. Joyce and I were very close and she will sorely be missed.
Danny Armour
left a message on February 1, 2016:
Dear Melinda and LouAnn, sending hugs and prayers to you and your families. May the love, laughter, happy times and special moments remembered help you smile in the days ahead
Gary Holmes
left a message on February 1, 2016:
Dear Ryan & Amanda, Casey & Mr. & Mrs. Delp. We are all so very sorry to hear of the loss of you Grandmother. Beautiful picture. She sounded like a lovely lady with a great reward in Heaven. You all are in our thoughts & prayers. May God bless you all with his Hugs & Special Memories & Peace at this sad time. God Bless! Gary Holmes & the Land Records & Licensing Offices of the Clerk of the Circuit Court of Cecil County.
Linda
left a message on January 31, 2016:
Mom I Love you so much!
James & Lisa
left a message on January 31, 2016:
Mom will miss you so much.
Robin Jumbelick
left a message on January 28, 2016:
Aunt Joyce was one if the sweetest ladies I knew. She always had a kind word and a smile. I will miss her and the cards she always sent. She will be missed by many. However I know she's with Uncle Sonny in heaven. She now has her wings.
left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.