Joyce Lavonne Gaddis

Joyce Lavonne (Davis) Gaddis, age 91, passed away peacefully on June 8, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family. She was born on March 5, 1935, in Shenandoah, Iowa, to John Davis and Marie Liddick Davis.

Joyce lived a life defined by faith, family, service, and unconditional love. She was known for her warm heart, gentle spirit, and unwavering devotion to those she cherished.

Joyce met the love of her life, Marshall Kenneth “Kenny” Gaddis, and the couple married on December 24, 1951, beginning a remarkable partnership that would span nearly 59 years until Kenny’s passing in 2010. Their enduring love story was built on faith, commitment, and devotion to family.

As a devoted Air Force wife, Joyce faithfully supported Kenny throughout his distinguished career in the United States Air Force, creating a loving home wherever duty called. Together they built a family grounded in faith, resilience, and dedication to one another.

A gifted cook and gracious hostess, Joyce found her greatest joy in bringing family together around the table. Her kitchen was the heart of her home, where meals were prepared with love and memories were made for generations. Her caring nature extended beyond her family through her work with the Del Valle ISD, where she found joy in preparing and serving meals to students and staff.

Joyce was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Marshall Kenneth “Kenny” Gaddis (1934–2010), a retired Chief Master Sergeant in the United States Air Force, and by her parents, John Davis and Marie Liddick Davis.

She is survived by her six children: Marshall Kim Gaddis of Rockport, Texas; Kelley Yankovich of Austin, Texas; Karla Downey of Killeen, Texas; Kevin Gaddis of Killeen, Texas; Kerry Gaddis of Lockhart, Texas; and Kathryn Harden of Brighton, Tennessee. She also leaves behind numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, extended family members, and dear friends who will forever treasure her love, guidance, and example.

Pallbearers are:

Hayden Gaddis

Kory Gaddis

Chad Gaddis

Randy Harden

Thomas Rux

Ed Villegas

Her memory will remain a blessing to all who knew and loved her.

“Well done, good and faithful servant.” — Matthew 25:23.