Joyce Laverne

Williams

Joyce L. Williams, age 76, of Toledo, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 18, 2025, at Northwest Ohio Hospice. Born on March 20, 1949, in Swanson, Ohio, Joyce was a proud graduate of Spencer Sharples School in Holland, Ohio.

Joyce's life was a beautiful reflection of her deep faith, generous spirit, and unwavering commitment to serving others. She dedicated 32 years of service to the University of Toledo Medical Center, retiring in 2009.

Her spiritual journey began at Rose of Sharon Church on Detroit Avenue, where she gave her life to Christ. She later became a devoted member of The Church Of The Living God The Pillar And Foundation Of The Truth, where she actively participated and shared her love for Christ with all who knew her. Her faith was the cornerstone of her life, and she lived it with grace and humility.

Joyce found joy in the simple pleasures of life. She was an exceptional cook, and her dishes were the highlight of every family gathering. Her garden was a source of pride and nourishment, always offering fresh vegetables to those she loved. A lifelong reader, Joyce kept her Bible close and found comfort and wisdom in its pages.

Her legacy is one of love, kindness, and faith. She leaves behind a family and community deeply enriched by her presence and forever inspired by her example.

Joyce was preceded in death by her parents, Archie and Mattie (Suttles) Wells; sisters Archie Mae Parker, Irene Tarrantand, Geraldine Bouyer, and Alice White; and brothers Robert "Bobby" Wells, Charles "Chuck" Wells, and Donald Wells.

She is survived by her brothers Ronald, Michael (Mary), and Raymond Wells; her loving children Stacy (Marvin) Swift and Rodney Williams; grandchildren Boyce (Crystal) Swift, Marnique Swift, Michael (Tyana) Williams, Christopher Pettaway, and Rose Gibson and great-grandchildren Bo and Naomi Swift, and Iyah Williams.