Violet Joyce Graham Stutts, 96, passed away on November 12, 2016. She was born on September 4, 1920 in Leachville, Arkansas to the late Grover and Gladys Graham. In her early years she was a manager and owner of hotels with her husband Howard Nifong Sr. Joyce was a beloved wife, mother and grandmother. Joyce was preceded in death by her husbands, Howard Nifong Sr. and Glenn Winfield Stutts and special grandson Chandler Allen. She is survived by her children; Linda Walker, Kathy Allen (Randy) and Howard Nifong Jr (Barbara); grandchildren, Graham, Kendrick, Lawson, Jennifer, Woody, Ricky, Whitney, Crissy, and Justin and numerous great grandchildren. A private funeral service will be held in the mausoleum at Sharon Memorial Park. Arrangements are in the care of Hankins and Whittington; condolences may be made at hankinsandwhittington.com.