Joyce A. Carmody

Joyce A Carmody, age 91, of Jacksonville, Florida passed away on Saturday, August 19, 2023. Joyce was born in Jacksonville. Joyce Aloise Peterson Carmody, after a long life filled with the spirit of our Lord and love for all, passed peacefully at home surrounded by family on August 19th, 2023.

Joyce was born January 9th, 1932, in Jacksonville, Florida to her father John L. Peterson and her mother Mildred Shirley Peterson.

Joyce had 6 siblings and was predeceased by her parents, her two sisters Dorothy Gallagher, Betty Tomlinson, her brother John L. Peterson, Jr. and twin boys that did not survive child birth.

Joyce is survived by her “baby sister” Mary Emma Trotter and her husband James Trotter (Jimmy). Joyce graduated from Lee high school in Jacksonville, Florida. She then met her husband of 66 years Thomas J. Carmody, Jr. who predeceased Joyce in November of 2019. Joyce is survived by her two sons Thomas J. Carmody III (wife Joan), Steven J. Carmody (wife Toni) and two daughters Pam A. Winn and Janice L. Carter (husband John), 7 grandchildren, John E. Winn (wife Brooke), Timothy J. Fry (wife Kathleen (Katie)), Mary (Missy)Tomlin (husband Jason), Katherine (Kara) Ahmed (husband Ola), Mitchell Carmody, Logan Carmody and Lilly Carmody, 13 great grandchildren and 1 great-great grandchild.

Joyce, was a stay-at-home mom. Most important to her was raising her children in a loving Christian home. In her years as a military wife, Joyce volunteered at her children's schools and worked to support the local Parishes. After the family settled in Jacksonville, she actively served in her church community at Most Holy Redeemer Catholic Church where she was a dedicated member since 1968. Joyce served on many committees over the years. She served as the Women’s Council secretary and was elected President of the Women’s Guild. Joyce initiated many ministries including bringing food to bereaved families within the church, and was also a Eucharistic Minister. She enjoyed working at St. Vincent's Hospital as a volunteer and organizing fundraising events such as the church fashion shows and dances for the church.

Joyce devoted her life to her husband and family, striving to make sure her children enjoyed a wonderful childhood, shaping them to be who they are today. Most important to her was that her children were happy and that they knew Jesus.

Special thanks to our sister Pam for selflessly and lovingly caring for Mom, and even before that, caring for Dad. Mom and Pam were a packaged deal! It was not always easy, but with love and dedication she made sure mom’s last years were full of life and love.

A visitation for Joyce will be held Tuesday, August 29, 2023 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Hardage-Giddens, Riverside Memorial Park & Funeral Home, 7242 Normandy Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32205. A funeral service will occur Thursday, August 31, 2023 from 9:00 AM at Most Holy Redeemer Catholic Church, 8523 Normandy Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32221. A committal service will occur Thursday, August 31, 2023 at 11:30 PM at Jacksonville National Cemetery, 4083 Lannie Road, Jacksonville, FL 32218.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.hgriversidefuneralhome.com for the Carmody family.