Joyce Earlene Bell Murphy 76, of New Bern went to be with the lord April 15, 2019.
She is predeceased by her husband of 53 years Chester Murphy. She was a member of New Bern Pentecostal Holiness church. She loved to cook and was known for her coconut cakes.
Surviving are her sons, Brian Murphy and Greg Murphy (Tracy); daughter, Brenda Murphy all of New Bern; Grandchildren, Brandy Bender (Gary Jr,) and Ashton Murphy; great grandchildren, Kolby and Kaitlyn.
Services are scheduled for 3:30pm Thursday, April 18, 2019 at Lakeside Chapel, Greenleaf Memorial Park. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at Greenleaf Memorial Park.