Mrs. Joycelyn Griffith

On the morning of Saturday, June 28, 2025, in her home in Gwynn Oak, Baltimore County, Maryland, our beloved Joycelyn Griffith departed this world unexpectedly. As we gather in remembrance, we celebrate not only a life well lived but a spirit that brought light and love to everyone she met. Born on September 3, 1950, in the quiet southern town of Siparia, Trinidad and Tobago, Joycelyn Cooper was the vibrant daughter of George and Diana Cooper. She was the cherished middle child among nine siblings: Lynette Quan-Soon, Kenrick, Leon†, Isabella†, Kelwin†, Ralph†, Joseph,and Marlene Christopher. Her childhood was marked by laughter, games, books, and schooldays — a tapestry of simple joys woven through the countryside where she grew up. Her stories, rich with the rhythm of island life, painted vivid pictures of her younger years spent playing and learning alongside her brothers and sisters. Joycelyn’s journey took her from the rustic charm of Siparia to the bustling urban life of Port of Spain and Arima. There, alongside her husband and two sons, she built a home filled with dreams and determination. In 1974, on the beautiful island of Tobago, she met the love of her life, James A. Griffith. They were married on November 2nd of that year and welcomed two sons: Jerome Mathias and Joel Edward. In 1989, Joycelyn took a bold step of faith,moving to the United States in pursuit of greater opportunities for her family. Baltimore, Maryland became her new home — a place where she would face new challenges and triumphs with courage and grace. She worked diligently in the healthcare field, serving as a CNA,GNA, Med Tech, and nurse, providing care and compassion to countless patients throughout her career. Her faith was the cornerstone of her life. A devoted born-again Christian, Joycelyn became a beloved member of New Solid Rock Fellowship Church in 2013. Her gentle spirit, warm smile, and giving heart touched every soul she encountered. Joycelyn was not only a mother and wife — she was also a devoted grandmother, aunt, sister, and friend. She is mourned by her son Joel’s spouse, Megann Griffith, and his spouse’s brother Brendan Greenlees, and lovingly remembered by her grandsons, Owen and Dominic Griffith. Her extended family spans generations and continents: 32 nieces and nephews, 17 grand-nieces and nephews, and siblings-in-law including Mary, Ruth, Joan, Janet, John, Joseph, Veronica, Marva, Yvonne, and the late Livingston†, Roosevelt Phillips†, Jean†, Esther†, Elaine†, Moise†, Farrell Christopher Sr†, and John Quan-Soon,Sr†. She was a daughter-in-law to the late Joseph A. and Dorothy A. Griffith, and her son’s in-laws, the Greenlees family — Karen and Kevin — who welcomed her with love and warmth. She also maintained close ties with many family members and cousins from the Cooper, Baldwin, Douglin, Suite, and Harvey families. Her nurturing heart extended beyond her own family, as she lovingly helped raise the children of Cindy and Jeffrey Gaber: Corey, Melanie, and Bradley. Joycelyn was a woman of strength, humility, humor, and deep compassion. Her legacy is one of unwavering love, generous service, and unshakable faith. Though our hearts ache in her absence, we rejoice in knowing that she has entered eternal rest — embraced by the Father, the Son, Jesus Christ, and the Holy Spirit. May her memory be a blessing, and may her story continue to inspire us to live with the same joy, resilience, and grace that she carried so effortlessly through her days. Amen. †Deceased

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Mrs. Joycelyn Griffith

September 3, 1950 - June 28, 2025