Joyce Darlene Smallwood, 75, of Riverton died at 2:45 a.m., Monday, July 25, 2022 at Mercy Hospital, in Joplin, Mo. following an illness
Ḃorn April 19, 1947 in Galena, Joyce was the daughter of Findley and Thelma (Rader) Rinehart. She had lived in Riverton since 1975, moving from Galena.
Joyce was a graduate of Galena High School with the class of 1965. She was a homemaker. Her favorite pastime was following her grandkid’s activities.
Joyce and Jack L Smallwood were united in marriage September 17, 1965 in Galena. He survives.
In addition to her husband, Joyce is survived by two daughters, Kelli Berry (Todd), of Riverton and Karla Smallwood, of Selingrove, Penn. Her sister, Janice Parker, of Tulsa, Okla. and four grandchildren, Andrew Wimp, Addison Parish (Zach), Aimee Wimp, and Emma Berry also survive.
Graveside services were held Thursday, July 28, at Hill Crest Cemetery, in Galena. Pastor Audie Tash officiated. Arrangements were under the direction of Derfelt Funeral Home, in Galena.