Joyce Ann Hamilton, 71, passed away in Jacksonville, Florida on Wednesday, April 11, 2018. She was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Joyce was preceded in death by her father, Burlie Nelson, Jr. and is survived by her loving, husband, Joe Hamilton; her mother, Agnes Marie Smith; her 3 children, Raymond Cecil Walker, Jr., Howard Charles "Chuck" Walker and Melissa Ann Walker; a step-daughter, Kimberly M. Hamilton; her sister, Edye Keene; 2 half-sisters, Cathy Bullock and Judy Bullock; a half-brother, Ricky Nelson; 4 grandchildren, Daniel, Kimberlie, Courtney and Natalie; her great-granddaughter, Tera and several nieces, nephews and dear friends. A Memorial service will be held 11 am, Saturday, April 21, 2018 at South Bay Church, 13498 US 301 S., Riverview, Florida 33578 with Rev. David Raulston officiating. Corey-Kerlin Funeral Home, 940 Cesery Blvd., Jacksonville is assisting the family with arrangements.
