Joyce Ann Countryman
October 12, 2016
Joyce Ann Countryman, 58, passed away at Methodist Hospital on Wednesday, October 12, 2016 with her loving family beside her. She was born on July 20, 1958 in Des Moines to Charles and Sylvia Kline. Joyce enjoyed crafting, especially crocheting.
Joyce leaves behind her husband of 30 years, Roger; sons, Charles (Kylie Smith) and Philip; father, Charles Kline; grandchildren, Hunter, Katy, Vinny and Avery; siblings, Tom (Darlene) Kline and Mary (Chuck) Culp; and many nieces, nephews, other loving family and special friends.
She was preceded in death by her mother, Sylvia Kline; grandparents, Harmon Kline and Mary West-Kline; and her brother, Harm Kline.
Funeral services will be held at 12 p.m. on Friday, October 21, 2016 at Hamilton’s Southtown Funeral Home, 5400 SW 9th Street. Family will greet visitors two hours prior to the service at the funeral home. Joyce will be laid to rest at 2 p.m. Friday at the Iowa Veterans Cemetery in Van Meter, Iowa.
Memorials may be directed to the family in loving memory of Joyce.
Condolences may be expressed at:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Lucy(West) Klocke
10/24/2016
I am oldest daughter of Myron West. I visited with Joyce at our West reunions. My prayers go out to her family. God's comfort in his loving arms!
Katy Quick
10/22/2016
So, so, sorry I missed your visitation. For some reason I was thinking it was this Sunday. You were the most fun to be around, and always were available when I called. My heart goes out to your family.Rest in peace Joyce!
Carolyn Whitham
10/20/2016
Dear Joyce's family. Dick and I want to say we were so sorry to hear of Joyce's passing. I know we all will miss her dearly. Just remember your memories will keep her alive always in your hearts. She is in God's hands now and watching over all of us.
Brenda Countryman
10/17/2016
My husband Mike and I went to the Christmas parties for CDS when they took place at VALAIR
Ballroom with Roger, Joyce. We always had a great time at the Christmas parties with Roger and Joyce. We will miss Joyce. Our hearts go out to Roger and the boys.
Darlene Kline
10/15/2016
Joyce, you were one of the best Sister-in-laws I could have ever had. I Met you more than 35 years ago when I was going to marry your brother Tom. You excepted me into the family and thought of my boys as your nephews. We have so many memories of family gatherings at our house. From holidays, birthdays, baby showers, bridal showers and many more. We went camping with Grandma and Grandpa Kline and you even camped at our big barn building and we watched the fireworks that Tom set up. You were always giving a helping hand no matter what it was.
You never turned anyone away that needed a place to stay. I will miss calling you and you calling me . Even though it was not on a regular basis I always enjoyed our talk. My heart is broken and it hurts. I can't pick up the phone to call you or I can't see you hugging your grandkids and seeing them in your lap loving on you. I will miss you and your laugh. You will forever be in my heart. I have loved you, I do love and I will always love you. We had some great times, but it is time for you to enjoy your heavenly family now and be at peace. I love you Joyce!
Bob and Janet Buehler
10/15/2016
Dear Kline family,
We are so sorry for the loss of your sister, daughter, wife, grandmother, and more. We know you had more to tell her, hugs and kisses to give her. Please take comfort knowing that our Lord is hugging her now. And that He is with you.
Tom Kline
10/15/2016
It is a time to reflect upon her life with us and the good things she done for us all. I remember when Mom and Dad brought her home the first time and I seen her. I was only 3. They had told me I was going to be a big brother. I waited and waited for the big moment. I remember they sat me in my little rocker and let me hold her. I probably was not the best big brother in the world to her because I would tease and torment her to death. One day I remember coaching her to stick her finger in a electric plug after I had shocked myself. Another time when I made a mud pie and put a dog turd on it for her. Through it all she still loved me and looked up to me. I look back on it now with regret. All I can say is Thank you for putting up with me. Good bye Sis. I will always love you and miss you.
Amy Schultz
10/15/2016
You will be missed Aunt Joyce! My life was blessed and enriched growing up because you were always part of it. Enjoy your new life and reunion with Grandma, Uncle Harm and Great Grandpa & Grandma! We'll all be together again one day! My prayers and hugs go back to my family in Des Moines. Love Amy
Linda (West) Hinderaker
10/14/2016
So sorry to hear of Joyce's passing. She was always pleasant to visit with at family reunions. Such a gentle soul. I haven't seen her in a long time . Prayers for your family.
Terri Charter
10/13/2016
Roger,
I first met Joyce when I became friends with Mary back at Lincoln High School. I saw the girls at their worst and best over the years. Stepped in between a few sisterly fights, arguments, and their stubborn standoffs from time to time. We became distant relatives when Uncle Vern married my mom Dee. Thank you for sharing her with me over the years first as a friend then as a relative. I will miss her.