Tribute Mom was a strong woman. Who never took sides whenever there was a heated fellowship between husband and wives, friends, associates, son’s and daughter’s. Her heart was filled with the Lords love. Mom would always say “Baby just keep your little hand in Jesus big hand and
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Good night mother, you now have perfect peace within God’s supreme presence. Your joy will now increase for all eternity. Good night mother, we do miss you now, and though we miss you greatly, our hearts still keep the vow of loving you eternally.
everything will be alright,” and this
Good night sweet gentle ladylove, we
was and is still true today.
feel you in our thoughts of love you and your presence with God above
From Tony and Mae
you are in your place of heavenly
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peace.
To my Grandmother,
Good night mother, we know you did
“Those we love don’t go away,
not truly leave, you are as close to us
They walk beside us everyday. Unseen, unheard, but always near. Still loved, still missed and very dear. Death leaves a heartache No one can heal, But love leaves a memory that no one
Our love for you will never cease.
as the beats of our hearts, you are as near as the breath we breathe. Good night mother, God has claimed you as his own. You are always with us and we are never alone.
can steal.” I love you grandma and you hold a place that no one can fill. -Joyce
Love you always I’m really going to miss you. Love Sandy & Stephen and family
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God looked around his garden
My Granny “My lil Diva”
And found an empty space;
In my rose garden of memories
Then he looked down upon this earth
I see you standing there an angel
And saw your tired face.
in disguise, who taught me how
He put his arms around you
to care. I long to hear your voice
And lifted you to rest;
for real, not only in my dream. I am
God’s garden must be beautiful,
missing you so much these last couple
He only takes the best.
of days, now empty my world seems.
If tears could build a stairway
People say just take it day by day,
And memories were a lane,
but I know God had to call you
I would walk right up to heaven
home. I know you always told me
To bring you home again.
to be strong, but I can’t picture my life without you Granny. You
Love always, Your Granddaughter Shay
were my mother, my angel and my best friend. I love you so much Granny. Please watch over me. You were my rock and my everything Granny.
Love, Johnna, Granddaughter
Our world was blessed with Joyce Evelyn Underwood on March 11, 1933, in Henderson, Tennessee. She was the fourth child born to the union of Robert and Calora Pack.
Her mother, father, two brothers (Leroy & Robert, Jr.), four sons-in-law and granddaughter, Shayna, preceded her in death. Joyce confessed Christ at an early age in Tennessee and was still a faithful, committed member of the 87th Street Church of Christ, under the leadership of Brothers William and Eddie Jones. In 1970, she was united in holy matrimony to the love of her life Cleo Underwood. This union was a blessing to their children Cherell, Texas; Mae (Anthony), Minnesota; Sheryl, California; Cassandra, Illinois; Stephen, Illinois and Christopher, Illinois. Joyce was a hardworking, smart, intelligent, funny woman, who was completely dedicated to her family. She was a doting mother, and a nurturing grandmother/ great-grandmother. Her love and dedication for her children were the driving force behind her entrepreneurial spirit. She became the owner of Underwood Custom Drapery after being in the business for over 20 years. Joyce’s maternal nature was a blessing to all that were in her presence. She had several “play” children. She loved to travel and shop. She possessed a genuine love for entertaining, and was a phenomenal cook. She was just an overall jazzy lady. It was on August 12, 2012 that Joyce was called home. She leaves to cherish her memory six children (listed above); one sister: Olivia Croom, Tennessee; thirteen grandchildren: LeAndre, Mazita (Kiba), Antonia, Marzel, Joycelyn (Jason), Johnna, Tareena, Antonio, Natashia, Eryn, Jocacia, Symone and Christopher Jr.; six great-grandchildren: Cecily, Kevonte, Kiana, LeAndrea, LeAndre Jr. and Aniya; two sister-in-laws; one cousin/playson: Jerry Smith and a host of loving nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
Processional.................................................................................Southwest Memorial Chapel Master of Ceremonies............................................................................................... Jerry Smith Congregational Selection.....................................................................................Jason Walker Invocation.................................................................................................................... Bernie Davis Congregational Selection.....................................................................................Jason Walker Scripture Reading....................................................................................................Bruce Wilson Solo........................................................................................................................................John Pelt Acknowledgement............................................................................................... Shanee Lofton Musical Selection.............................................................................. United Acappella Chorus Remarks...............................................................................Please limit remarks to 2 minutes Selection...................................................................................................................United Quintet “The Life of Joyce Underwood”..................................................................... Deborah Jones “Words of Comfort”..............................................................................................Gerald Walker, Minister Harvey Church of Christ
“The Wind Beneath My Wings”.................................................................... Deborah Walker “My Tribute”....................................................................................................Sheryl Underwood Words of Encouragement...................................................................................William Jones, Minister Emeritus 87th St Church of Christ
Congregational Selection.....................................................................................Jason Walker “A Word From The Lord”......................................................................... William E. Jones Jr., Minister, 87th St. Church of Christ
“Parting View” Benediction................................................................................................................. Tony Dorsey Recessional
Acknowledgment
The family of the late Mrs. Joyce Underwood would like to thank everyone for the love & comfort they have been shown during their time of need.
HONORARY PALLBEARERS
PALLBEARERS Anthony Foote Marzel Harris Jerry Smith Bernie Davis John Pelt Kevyn Giggers
LeAndre Earl Christopher Underwood Stephen Earl Steve Croom Stanley Croom Leonard Underwood
INTERMENT Evergreen Cemetery 3401 West 87th Street • Evergreen Park, IL 60805
REPAST
Immediately following Interment
87th Street Church of Christ 1935 W. 87th Street • Chicago, Illinois 60620
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