Joyce G. Prettyman, 92, of Ocean View, Del., passed away peacefully, with her family by her side, at home on Thursday, June 2, 2016. She was born Dec. 26, 1923, in Bristol, England, and grew up in Wellington, New Zealand.
Prettyman came to America in her early 20s, and met and married her husband in Las Vegas, Nev. They both decided on settling down in Delaware. Her many passions became fishing, antiquing, gaming and spending time on the beaches with her family.
Proceeding Prettyman in death was her lovely daughter, Janice L. Crouch. She is survived by her loving husband of 62 years, William A. Prettyman; children, Rickey, Cathy, Glenn, Billy and Barry; and numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
A service will be held Friday, Oct. 14, 2016, at 2 p.m. at Delaware Veterans Memorial Cemetery, 26669 Patriots Way, Millsboro, Del. In lieu of flowers, the family requested memorial contributions in her name to Delaware Hospice Center; 100 Patriots Way; Milford, DE 19963. Condolences may be sent online at www.melsonfuneralservices.com.