Joyce Crites Obituary
It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Joyce Crites of Alton, Missouri, who passed away on August 2, 2024, at the age of 77, leaving to mourn family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
As we bid adieu to Joyce's earthly form, let us not dwell on the void left in her wake, but rather celebrate the legacy of love and inspiration Joyce has bequeathed us. For though she may have departed from our sight, her spirit remains a timeless beacon, guiding loved ones through the labyrinth of life's journey.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Loyd Staires and Marie Bell Staires. She is survived by: her husband Dwain; her son Joseph Crites; her granddaughters, Hannah and Brittany; her great grandchildren, Lexie and Jayce; and her sister Mary Ellen Williams. She is also survived by numerous other relatives and friends.