Joyce Hutchison

Joyce L. Hutchison

August 2, 1946 – 2026

Joyce L. Hutchison, age 80, passed away peacefully at her home in Grove, Oklahoma.

Joyce was born on August 2, 1946, in Long Beach, California, to Melvin and Vera Wakefield, while her father was working as a carpenter. She grew up in Noel, Missouri, where she graduated with the Class of 1964.

Joyce met and married the love of her life, Larry Hutchison, in Wichita, Kansas, in 1977. Together, they shared 49 years of marriage, building a life and family filled with memories.

Joyce was a loving and caring wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Her family was an important part of her life, and she leaves behind a legacy that will continue through the generations she loved so dearly.

One of Joyce’s greatest passions was fishing, especially fishing for crappie. She loved being on the water, the anticipation of a bite, and the excitement of reeling in a catch. For Joyce, fishing was about more than simply catching fish. It was about the enjoyment of the outdoors, the peacefulness of the water, and the satisfaction of doing something she truly loved. It was a passion that brought her happiness and created memories that those who knew her will cherish. Whether the fish were biting or not, time spent fishing was time well spent.

Joyce was preceded in death by her parents, Melvin and Vera Wakefield.

She is survived by her devoted husband of 49 years, Larry Hutchison; three daughters, Jenny Brock and husband Justin of Pineville, Missouri; Thomasina Boeneke and husband Brandon of Grove, Oklahoma; and Sandra Weems and husband Lee of Jenks, Oklahoma, and her brother, Darwin Wakefield and wife Shirley of Andover, Ks.

She also leaves behind seven grandchildren and one great-granddaughter, who will carry her memory and legacy forward.

Joyce will be remembered for her love of family, her passion for fishing, and the many memories she leaves behind. Though she will be deeply missed, the love she shared and the moments spent together will live on in the hearts of those who loved her.

Isaiah 12:2 Behold, God is my Salvation; I will trust, and will not be afraid; For the Lord is my strength and my Salvation.

Arrangements are under the direction of Ozark Memorial Park of Joplin, MO