Joyce V. Vaughan

Joyce Vondella (Cates) Vaughan oldest daughter of the late Willie and Luvenia (Evans) Cates was born August 11, 1951 in Baltimore, Maryland. She was called to be with Lord on January 13, 2016. Joyce was educated in the Baltimore City Public Schools System, and graduated from Eastern High School, earned her Associate Arts Degree from Community College of Baltimore (CCB) now (BCCC). Education was important in her life, she earned many certificates throughout her professional career. Joyce placed her faith in the Lord at an early age and was faithful member Knox Presbyterian church for many years. At Knox, she was an active member of the Tones of Faith (female Choir) for over 25 years, Knox Senior Choir , Soup Kitchen, and before her passing, she was active elder. For a short period, she was the church secretary under the direction of Rev. Charles Thomas and later Rev. Michael Moore. She was employed by Juvenile Services as a case worker, Social Services Chimes, and HEBCAC working with youth. Joyce dedicated her life to her family as a loving mother, grandmother & grandmother, sister aunt; but opened her heart to many friends and other relatives, Everyone looked forward to our family gatherings to enjoy her famous delectable dishes; jambalaya, crabs cakes, salmon cakes, and most of all macaroni and cheese. Many would describe Joyce as God – fearing , loving , caring, committed, dedicated. And honest. Joyce never let her health issues interfere with church and family events, Joyce was Knox's family “miracle” Back in the early 90's Joyce was at choir rehearsal when she became ill and was rushed to the hospital. Later she was diagnosed with having five brain aneurism. So could have died then, but the Lord said, “Not now, you still have My work to do,” Joyce and her prayer, Amonese Moses, prayed for Knox and their own families weekly. At the family 's Thanksgiving dinner, each of us selected a word to say how it affected us from last Thanksgiving 2014 through Thanksgiving 2015. Her word was “peace. She told us how her life changed and how the year had brought her calmness. Joyce leaves to cherish her life: two sons, Derrick (Deborah Poupolo)and Wesley and Lisa (daughter-in-law; grandchildren; Tavon D. Aaliyah and Santino; great-granddaughter; Tylin; brothers;Willie (Arlene) and Quinton (Colleen); sister Jerris aunts; Viola Evans and Margaret Evans; and a host of other relatives and friends.

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Joyce V. Vaughan

August 11, 1951 - January 13, 2016