In Remembrance Of
Joyce Halferty
Joyce E. Halferty, 90, of Smithville, MO passed away, January 25, 2022.
She was born on March 5, 1931 to Abijah Nixon and Helen C. (Jackson) Ecton in North Kansas City, MO. Joyce grew up in Smithville and graduated from Smithville High School. She then attended William Jewell College.
On June 2, 1950 she was united in marriage to Herschel Franklin Halferty. After their marriage they made their home in Smithville. Her husband, Frank, preceded her in death on June 17, 2014.
Joyce was a member of the Smithville First Christian Church and the Spelman Hospital Auxilary for many years.
She was also preceded in death by her parents and her sister, Jane Jones.
She is survived by her children, Paula Belcher, Michael (Janet) Halferty, Patrick (Janie) Halferty, Jennifer (Clyde) Holdsworth, and Daniel Halferty; sixteen grandchildren, and many great-grandchildren; other relatives and many friends.
Private Family Inurnment at the Community of Smithville Memorial Cemetery.
Arrangements, Hixson-Klein Funeral Home.
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14 comments
Howard McHenry
Sorry to hear about my dear high school friend.
Shauna Martinez
Tony & me want to express our deepest sympathy to
All the family. I have many fond memories of growing up
Neighbors to your family and the memories that we share
During our school years! I still remember when I graduated high school Joyce bought me the prettiest pajamas that I had ever had! She had a wonderful & caring personality and joyful laugh! We pray for peace &
Comfort during this difficult time! Sincerely, Shauna
Reggie Jones
My Aunt Joyce had a permanent smile and a love of her family. We spent many summer afternoons playing whiffel ball in the back yard. And she made the absolute best liver and onions! My mom, Jane, and her were so very close! Two beautiful ladies. She is spreading love and joy in Heaven. What a great life!
Terri Oberle
I’m so sorry for your loss Paula. I know your sweet mom will be missed by many.
Alicia Mallon
So very sorry for your loss may she rest in peace
Glenda Cantwell
So sorry for your loss. Prayers to the family.
Bradley Angle
Sorry for your loss. When I worked at Big V, when she came into the store should would always make the day better.
Gerrie Collier
Joyce was a very close friend to me. We had so much in common being so close in age. Also our husbands died just a week apart. I will see her again in heaven and renew our friendship.
Kathy Atkins
We’re so sorry to learn of Joyce’s death. She was always a good friend to Mother. We’ve always felt the bond of our families from Paradise and Smithville High School. Our prayers and blessings to all of the family.
Paul Porter
So sorry to hear. She was a very nice lady.
Charles Martin
Thinking of you may God Bless you
Mark Littrell
Deepest condolences to the Halferty family
Mary Ann Shannon
Joyce was a nice lady. I liked having coffee with her at the cafe in Smithville. She will be missed, for sure.
Jeanne Epperson
So very sorry to hear this. My heart goes out to you.