Joyce Dykes

In Loving Memory of Joyce Maxine Clayton Dykes

Joyce Maxine Clayton Dykes, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully at home on October 23, 2025, at the age of 87. Born in Shreveport Louisiana on September 29, 1938, Joyce lived a life marked by love, compassion, and unwavering faith.

She is survived by her devoted husband, Fount C. Dykes; her sons, Ron and Keith Dykes; her grandchildren, Justin, Micah, Jared, Lindsay, and Eric Dykes; and her brothers, Vernon Fred Clayton, Carl Clayton, and Charles Clayton.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Max and Margaret Clayton, and her brother, John Clayton.

Joyce was an exceptional mother to her two sons, a phenomenal southern cook, and a creative soul who loved sewing and crafting. Her talents extended beyond the home, as she actively participated in her church community, coordinating and teaching Vacation Bible School whenever she could. Her faith was the cornerstone of her life-Jesus was her rock, and she believed deeply in the power of prayer. Joyce never met a stranger. Her warmth, empathy, and genuine care for others left a lasting impression on everyone she encountered. She was a beautiful woman, inside and out, whose life was a shining example of Christian love and service.

Her legacy lives on in the hearts of those she loved and inspired. She will be deeply missed but forever remembered.

Acknowledgments

The family of Joyce Maxine Clayton Dykes wishes to express their sincere gratitude for

the many comforting messages, prayers, and acts of kindness shown during this time of

bereavement. Your love and support are deeply appreciated.

A funeral service for Joyce Maxine Dykes will be held at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, November 1st at the Pulaski Funeral Home. Bro. Ron Meece will officiate. Burial will follow in the Providence Cemetery.

The family of Mrs. Joyce Maxine Meece will receive friends from 12:00 noon Saturday until time for services. Pulaski Funeral Home is in charge of all arrangements.