Joyce Ruth Morris Jenkins, 85, of Alton, Missouri, passed away March 17, 2026, at her home in Alton. She was born May 21, 1940, in
Thomasville, Missouri, to Delbert C. (Check) and Sylvia Dotson Morris.
Joyce was united in marriage to Glen R. Jenkins on April 22, 1960, in Alton, Missouri. From their union they welcomed four sons: Randal Jenkins, Kevin Jenkins, Morris Jenkins, and Lyndal Jenkins.
Joyce lived a life defined by devotion to her family. She spent her years supporting her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren
in every endeavor. She drove countless miles attending ball games, school events, graduations, and many other things supporting her family. Joyce was her family’s most dedicated fan.
Something very special to her was Jenkins Farms. Alongside Glen, she took pride in creating a place where her children and grandchildren could harvest deer and enjoy the outdoors together. She cherished every deer season, capturing memories by taking pictures of every deer harvested. Her home was the place her family would gather after a long day in the woods to eat her famous soups, which really turned into the highlight of every deer season.
A faithful servant of the Lord, she raised a God-fearing family and spent her life worshipping the Lord. Joyce regularly attended Alton Free Will Baptist Church of Alton, Missouri. She found great joy in attending gospel singings. Along with supporting her family on the court, she enjoyed watching Duke basketball and cheering on the Blue Devils. Above all, Joyce was
the happiest when her family was gathered, enjoying one another’s company.
Joyce is survived by her children; Randal (Kelly) Jenkins, of Van Buren, Missouri, Kevin (Kristie) Jenkins, of Batesville, Arkansas, Morris (Janine) Jenkins, of Alton, Missouri, and Lyndal Jenkins, of Annapolis, Missouri; her grandchildren, Riley (Sydney), Jaysa (Storm), Brady (Allison), Michia (Zach), Kessie (Hayden), Jenna, Landry (Sienna), Kamie; her great-grandchildren, Wyatt, Logan, Ezra, Hudson, Peyton, and Flora.
Joyce is preceded in death by her husband, Glen R. Jenkins; her parents, Delbert and Sylvia Morris; and her two infant sisters, Alice Christine and Dorothy Ann.
In lieu of flowers Memorials can be sent to:
Gideons International
P.O. Box 404, Thayer, MO, 65791
~ OR ~
Alton School Foundation
Alton R-4 School Rt 72
Alton, MO, 65606
Memorials can be left at the Carter Funeral Home.
Services will be officiated by Brother Bob Wiggs and Brother Charles Trantham. Pallbearers will be Riley Jenkins, Brady Jenkins, Landry Jenkins, Hayden Seay, Zach Keith and Storm Estes.
A Funeral Service will be held at the Carter Funeral Home in Thayer, Missouri on Friday, March 20, 2026, at 11:00 a.m.
Burial will be the same day the Huddleston Cemetery of Alton, Missouri.
Services in care of Carter Funeral Home Inc. – Thayer, MO
March 18, 2026 @ 2:47 pm
Sincere condolences in the passing of your beloved mother. Mothers are heroes here below!
March 18, 2026 @ 3:17 pm
Your entire family is in my prayers during this difficult time. May happy memories give you comfort!
March 18, 2026 @ 4:09 pm
Love and prayers for the entire Jenkins Family. We always enjoyed talking with Joyce when she would come to visit at our church or at the many gospel singings we both attended. She was one sweet lady that we called a friend. From Virgil and Sue Kelley
March 18, 2026 @ 4:11 pm
Morris and family, it seems you were so blessed with a wonderful mother. May all those sweet memories with her bring you comfort. So very sorry for your loss.🙏
March 18, 2026 @ 6:04 pm
Joyce was a wonderful woman who loved her family so much and was an inspiration to everyone for her dedication to excellence in education, sports, Christian faith, and family. Comfort, sympathy, and blessings to her wonderful family.
March 18, 2026 @ 6:48 pm
So sorry for your loss 🙏🙏🙏
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family 🙏❤️🙏
March 18, 2026 @ 8:27 pm
Mark and Eva hearts are broken today in hearing Joyce has passed away but we know that she is in heaven along with Glenn and her and Mom (Joan) are drinking coffee and ketching up on all that has happened
March 18, 2026 @ 9:40 pm
So sorry to hear about your wonderful, kind and special mom. My condolences and prayers to your family. Love and hugs. Mary Jo
March 19, 2026 @ 10:42 am
So sorry for your loss. Prayers for your family.
March 19, 2026 @ 11:56 am
As Christians we have the privilege to know that she is safe with Jesus and that this sorrow is only temporary.
March 19, 2026 @ 2:28 pm
What a friend and great neighbor. She will be missed. My prayers go out to her family.
March 19, 2026 @ 10:14 pm
Morris, I am sorry for your and all the family’s loss!
I am sure you had a loving Mother who doted over all of you throughout the years. She sure raised a fine son, named Morris! May God bless you and surround you with His love and strength during this hard time.
March 20, 2026 @ 5:56 am
We will miss Joyce but are comforted knowing she had a solid faith in Christ. Prayers for comfort for all the boys and their families.
March 20, 2026 @ 10:20 am
I feel very blessed to have known Joyce. Sorry for your loss. We will miss her very much.
March 20, 2026 @ 11:23 am
Prayers for the family and comfort knowing her joy in the Lord.