She was a homemaker and a member of the Homemaker’s Extension Club. She was also a member of Centenary United Methodist Church and Evansville Kennel Club. She enjoyed knitting, ceramics, painting, and crafts.
Joyce was preceded in death by her husband, Richard E. Hewitt, in 1990; grandson, Richard Brent Hewitt, in 2002; three brothers; and four sisters.
She is survived by her son, Rick (Bettye) Hewitt; granddaughter, Jana (Nate) Hewitt Shepherd; great-grandchildren, Alexus and Becker; sister, Ruth Baker; nieces and nephews.
Private Funeral Services will be held.
The family would like to thank the staff at Good Samaritan Home and Heritage Hospice for the loving care they provided.
Memorial contributions may be made to Good Samaritan Home. Condolences may be made online at www.AlexanderEastChapel.com.