Joyce Blair Brittain - Walker Funeral Home

Joyce Blair Brittain, 70, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on October 16, 2020, in The Kingman Regional Hospital in Kingman, Arizona.

Joyce was born on June 1, 1950, as an answer to the prayers of her parents, Merrill and Ruth Blair.. She had twin brothers and another brother pass away, before her, at their birth. Her mother was given a blessing, before Joyce’s birth, telling her that she would give birth to a beautiful healthy, daughter; so, they only had a girl’s name prepared for her when she was born.

She worked hard at her parents’ dairy and was a great help to her parents with raising her younger brothers. She was the original member of the JJ Club when her brother, John, was born – J for Joyce and J for John; this was expanded to the JJ&G Club when her brother, Grant, was born. She helped comfort her mother, when her mother had another baby boy die at birth, after Grant was born; and, Joyce was an extra mother to her youngest brother, Gary.

Joyce married the love of her life, Larry Brittain, in March of 1973; they were later sealed in the St. George Temple. She found great joy in becoming a mother to his children, Pam and Richard; and later, a grandmother to their children. In addition to working hard to support their family, Joyce and Larry enjoyed sharing their talents in singing and playing guitars as the duet “The Utah Yodeler and Miss Joyce”. They even appeared on TV. Joyce loved to crochet and made several gifts for others, using this talent. Among Primary and other LDS Church callings, she also enjoyed working in the Scouting program with her husband. She was a foster mother for over a hundred boys.

Joyce is survived by her husband, Larry; children: Pam (Michael) Allred, and Richard Brittain; grandchildren: Sharon McConkie, Ben Watkins, Vanessa Brittain, Ricky Brittain; also, great-grandchildren: Devin McConkie, Megan McConkie, Logan Arnbrister, Gunner Arnbrister; and by her brothers: John (Carla) and Gary (Cindy). She was preceded in death by parents, Merrill and Ruth; her brothers: Richard, Alan, Alvin, James (who died at birth), and Grant (who left us just nine years ago); and grandson, Eric Arnbrister.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, October 24, 2020, at 11:00 a.m., at Walker Funeral Home: 187 South Main Street, Spanish Fork, Utah. A viewing will be held one hour prior to the funeral.

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Mary Bruce says

October 20, 2020 at 2:30 am

Larry, I’m so sorry for your loss, I loved Joyce very much. She helped me in many ways. You are in my thoughts and prayers

Tracey Roberts says

October 20, 2020 at 2:32 am

I am so sorry cousin! Sending lots of love to you and the family

Love you.
Tracey and Wade

Susan Sandoval says

October 20, 2020 at 1:07 pm

I am so verry sorry to hear about Joyce’ passing. To me, she was a beautiful woman and a beautiful friend. I will miss her dearly ????????. My prayers for comfort and peace go out to her entire family.

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JoNel & Nichole Dudley says
October 24, 2020 at 12:26 am

So sorry Richard, for the loss of your mother, so glad you had moved back when you did to be close to them. sending our deepest condolences
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  Heather Hedegs says
  November 3, 2020 at 7:00 am
  
  My Condolences on the loss of Joyce. She knew how to make everyone smile even when you were having a very bad day. R.I.P. MY FRIEND YOU WILL BE MISSED DEARLY

Lori says

October 20, 2020 at 2:46 pm

Joyce brightened everyone’s face around her with a smile…she was very active with our kids in our community here and very loved! She will be so missed!!!

Beth Morris says

October 22, 2020 at 2:20 am

Good bye my friend you blessed the lives of so many.

Venna says

October 22, 2020 at 7:29 pm

Joyce was my cousin and we played together as young children. She was kind and good and loved her family. My condolences to all of her family, her brothers John and Gary and their families.

Joyce Blair Brittain June 1, 1950 - October 16, 2020

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8 Condolences for Joyce Blair Brittain