Joyce Anna Abbott
Lansing, Michigan
Born January 13, 1960 in Lansing, Michigan daughter of Dewaine and Betty (Wilder) Abbott passed away on Saturday, December 21, 2024 at the age of 64.
Joyce is survived by her children, Betty Nostrant and Bobby D. Abbott; 7 grandchildren, Dawn, Gladys, Patrick, Charles, David, Darlene, and Jeffery; great-granddaughter, Ellena; mother, Betty J. Abbott; brother, David Abbott along with many nieces, nephews, and other extended family members.
Joyce was preceded in death by her father, Dewaine Abbott; sister, Careanna Cox; sister, Jeanetta Arnett; and her niece, Breanna Springer.
Joyce had multiple hobbies including 3-D printing, collecting baby dolls, and playing Bingo. She was very creative and had a huge heart, especially for those in need. Her favorite thing to do was spend time with her family, especially her grandchildren.
There will be a memorial wake/luncheon held at South Church of the Nazarene at a day and time yet to be determined.
Arrangements are by the Estes-Leadley Greater Lansing Chapel.
Betty Nostrant
December 23, 2024 at 6:38 pmI love you mom. We had are upset and downs but I know you always did the best you could. I will see you when my time comes and until then I will take care of Grandma and all the kids.
Jennifer Dennis
December 24, 2024 at 5:38 amI remember how you always helped my mom find places to live. You were so caring. I was remember the many nights o stayed at your house. Sometimes you were made at me for getting Betty in trouble. I miss those times. Love you and I will see one day
Sandy Gordon
December 24, 2024 at 6:42 amRIP Joyce … I’m sure. Bonnie was at the gates waiting for you…. I’ll always remember you sitting in the lobby with your lil sugar glider…. Fly high girl!
Angela Schalz
January 6, 2025 at 9:37 pmOk this is beyond hard! You were over 35my best friend many memories in 34 plus years. I Sookoo will miss you! So beyond so many. Many memories. Yes you could be ornery as me but we underjoined you my bff and never betrayed our trust I will so miss you!
Dana Scott
January 7, 2025 at 5:32 pmFly high Joyce…I will always remember you as a kind, caring and generous person that you were! I miss playing bingo with you. You and Bonnie get those bingo cards ready.
Rest in Peace my friend