Visitation: Friday, April 5, 2024
Visitation Time: 4:00 – 6:00 PM
Visitation Location: Postell’s Mortuary Chapel
811 North Powers Drive
Orlando, Florida
Service Date: Saturday, April 6, 2024
Service Time: 12:00 PM
Service Location: WestWood Church
4412 N. Apopka Vineland Road
Orlando, Florida
Obituary:
Joyce Veronica Young, 81, of Ocoee, Florida departed this life on Monday, March 25, 2024. Joyce was born on September 20, 1942 in Barataria, Trinidad & Tobago. She was the first of twelve children born to the late Wilfred James and Verna H. Skinner-Williams.
Joyce was the first member of her family to emigrate to the US in 1969, where she met the love of her life, George Young, at church in Chicago, IL. They married in 1971 and later moved to Orlando, FL. During their fifty-three years of marriage, they extensively traveled the world. Joyce retired from the Orlando Public Library, where she worked for over twenty years. She was a devoted wife, sister, and friend who will be deeply missed by all who knew her.
She leaves to cherish her precious memory: loving husband, George Young; 11 siblings, Rev. Amos (Ann) Williams, Ezekiel (Maxine) Williams, Mervin S. Williams, Rev. Winston (Stephanie) Williams, Emus (Yvette) Williams, Anne Williams, Ken (Emma) Williams, Grace (Joseph) Simmons, Evangelist Carol Williams, Gail (Densil) Fletcher, Wayne C. Williams; and a host of other relatives and loving friends
Visitation will be held on Friday, April 5, 2024 from 4-6PM at the mortuary. A service of celebration will be held on Saturday, April 6, 2024, 12:00 Noon at WestWood Church, 4412 N. Apopka Vineland Road, Orlando with Bishop Demetrius Pressley, officiating. Interment: Orlando Memorial Gardens, Apopka.
9 Comments
We will surely miss Joyce.
Sincerest condolences to you George. We will continue to pray for you as you deal with this difficult and trying time of your live.
Your brother-in-law Winsy
I will always cherish my Auntie Joyce’s quiet strength, wisdom, and how she lived her life as an example of honoring the Lord. Nicola and I are grateful for the precious moments we spent with her.
George, the Levy family sends their deepest condolences to you and the family.
Dear uncle George, so sorry for the loss of aunt Joyce( your Queen) but take great comfort in knowing she is now resting and at peace. Sending you strength, blessings and light as you go through each day. Deepest condolences to you and the family. Love always your niece Denise & Martin xx
I loved visiting with my Auntie and Uncle in the summer. Auntie Joyce was beautiful, elegant, and smart and she encouraged me to live well. I’m grateful for her example and her love.
May Aunty Joyce’s beautiful sould rest in peace. Condolences to the Young and extended family. 🙏🏼🙏🏼
My deepest condolences uncle George. Aunt Joyce will truly be missed.
Once more George, I am sorry for my absence but as said, I am with you all in spirit. My deepest condolences to you (her family by extension) for the loss of your dearly beloved wife Joyce. I will always cherish the pleasant memories that I was privileged to. May her sweet and pleasant soul sleep in eternal peace. God got your back George…continue to remain strong. Love always!
Cousin George, we are all saddened by the passing of your beloved wife-Joyce. Our prayers and sympathy are with you and the rest of the family. May our beloved cousin rest in peace.
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