Joyce A. Holcomb (Blake) of Columbus, OH, passed away December 25, 2023. Born July 16, 1953, in Glendale, WV. She was the daughter of the late Wilford Marvin Blake and Opal V. Baker. Joyce worked in poultry, plants, and warehouses for years until she found her passion of caretaking at Welty Home for the aged in Wheeling, WV. She then moved to Columbus, OH and worked as a live-in caretaker, taking care of the elderly. Joyce was known for her soft and caring heart. She was loved by everyone she came in contact with. She was baptized at Shiloh Temple in Martins Ferry, OH. She will be sadly missed.
Joyce is preceded in death by her husband, James M. Holcomb. She leaves behind four children, Tiffany Blake (Julian Mitchell), Tameca Holcomb, Cory Holcomb, and Jason Mowery, all of Columbus, OH.; three granddaughters, Kiresha, Jaiden, Raekia; three grandsons, Martice, Caleb, and Jashawn. They were the love of her life. Sisters, Linda Wilson, Jackie Pierce, Becky Simoncic of Wheeling, WV.; brothers, Bobby (Iris) Baker, and Rex (Debra) Blake, of Moundsville, WV.; several nieces, nephews, and very special friends. Condolences will be made at Marlin Gary Funeral Home 5456 E Livingston Ave, Columbus, OH 43232. Interment of ashes to be held at a later date in Greenwood Cemetery, Wheeling, WV.
Joyce A. Holcomb, age 70. Sunrise July 16, 1953 and Sunset December 25, 2023.
Visitation 5:00 PM and Funeral Service 6:00 PM Friday, January 5, 2024 at MARLAN J. GARY FUNERAL HOME, THE CHAPEL OF PEACE EAST, 5456 E. Livingston Ave. (one block east of Noe Bixby, turn North on Lonsdale Rd).
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Temecula and family. I’m sorry sorry for your loss. Many prayers for you all
My deepest condolences to you and your family. Joyce has such a beautiful spirit. She will be missed. For we know that if the earthly tent we live in is destroyed, we have a building from and eternal house in heaven not built by human hands. 2 Corinthians 5:1
I love you aunt Joyce
We were just getting to know another must better after working with you for a month when everything took a dark turn. You were one of my best patients that make me comfortable and always said “thanks. The last day before your passing we had great conversation and I couldn’t wait to hear how you prepared your ham. I wish had a chance to come in for my visit and you give me the recipes, so I can give it a try and tell my friends and family that I got it from you. Unfortunately, I didn’t get the opportunity. For the time being your nurse, I understood how much your children, siblings, and grandchildren meant to you. The best attributes was your love for everyone and compassion towards others. This unfortunate circumstance will make your family more stronger and united because you were a great mom and grandmother. Rest in peace Joyce, I missed you.
Tameca & Tiffany
My deepest condolences go out to your family. Your mom was a sweet lady. She was always very kind to me.
Tameca,Tiffany, and Jason and Cory
Our sincere condolences to your family. Joyce was a beautiful and compassionate sister, mother,grandmother, and friend.
Leanne ( rogan)- Smith
2 CORINTHIANS 5:1
My condolences to each of you. Your mother was a good woman. May Hod comfort and keep you.
My sister and I were so sad to learn of Joyce’s passing. She was the most amazing caretaker to my mother during her challenging years near the end of her life. She showed great patience, kindness and understanding.
My condolences, and prayers for the family, may God continue to wrap his arms around the and hold y’all up,I’m praying for y’all.
Grandma Joyce, I loved you dearly and will cherish all the memories we had together. Heaven gained a wonderful and compassionate angel and you will be deeply missed.
To Tiffany, Tameka, Cory and Jason. Sending my condolences of the loss of your Mom. Joyce was always so kind and loving to myself and my children. You are in my thoughts and prayers.