JOYCE “JOY” HALSETH

JOPLIN- A memorial visitation will be held from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, at Parker Mortuary Chapel in Joplin for Joyce “Joy” Halseth, 70, Joplin, who died Saturday, Aug. 20, 2022.

Arrangements are under the care of Parker Mortuary.

Survivors include her two children, Yancy McKnight and wife Lynn, Lucas, Texas and Chance Halseth, Joplin; a daughter-in-law, Merrie Tang; three amazing grandchildren that she loved dearly, Mollie Halseth, Brody McKnight and Brock McKnight; one aunt, Phyllis Sites; one nephew, Michael Hardy and a great niece, Alexandria Hardy.

She was preceded in death by her mother, who she often referred to as her best friend, Jackie Hardy; her father, Joe Hardy; two brother, Randy Hardy and Mark Hardy and a nephew, Austin Hardy.

Mrs. Halseth was born March 12, 1952, in Sheldon, to Joe and Jackie (Sites) Hardy. She moved to the Joplin area around 1970.

Mrs. Halseth was the ultimate people person who loved to cook. She worked many jobs throughout the Joplin area that entailed her working with people, food, or both. She was an amazing cook and so many people can attest to this. She has happily cooked for many, whether it was her son’s football team, co-workers, family, friends and, of course, her holiday meals were like no other. She would always go above and beyond to create the ultimate meal for you.

She was always on the go, staying busy and helping others. She was a good friend to all. Her kind heart and her amazing social skills are what made her a joy to be around.