Joyce J. Willis (Newcomb)

Joyce J. Willis, 89, of Independence, MO passed away peacefully at home on Monday, June 22, 2020. A visitation will be held from 1-2:00 p.m. followed by a 2:00 p.m. service on Friday, June 26, at the Carson-Speaks Chapel. Burial at Floral Hills Cemetery. Joyce was preceded in death by her husband, Edward Willis and her parents Harry and Lena Newcomb. She is survived by her daughter and son in law, Linda and Jack Major. She had a loving extended family in Jeff Major, Matt Major, Lindsey and Ryan Wrobleski and other family members. Joyce was a devoted member of Rockwood Baptist Church since 1959 where she took great joy in working with the children of the church in the Children’s Library, teaching Sunday School and working Vacation Bible School. Online condolences and memories may be left for the family at www.speakschapel.com (Arrangements: Carson-Speaks Chapel 816-252-7900)