of Mountain View, AR
May 2, 1945 - February 27, 2026
Joyce Betty King, 80, of Mountain View, Arkansas, peacefully passed away on February 27, 2026, in Mountain View, Arkansas. She was born on May 2, 1945, in Mountain View, Arkansas to the late John and Gusta (Gaylor) Whitfield. She grew up in the community she loved and remained deeply rooted there throughout her life.
Joyce married the love of her life, John King, and together they shared a beautiful life filled with devotion, laughter, and cherished memories. Their marriage was a testament to enduring love and partnership.
She was a cherished daughter, sister, wife, mother, grandmother, aunt and friend. Joyce was known for her warm heart, her steady presence, and her simple joys; and anyone who knew Joyce knew of her love for Dr Pepper. You would be hard pressed to find her without one in hand. That small but beloved pleasure became one of the many endearing traits that family and friends will always remember with a smile.
Joyce will be remembered for her kindness, her loyalty to those she loved, and the comfort she brought to family and friends simply by being herself. Her life was a quiet blessing to many, and her memory will be treasured always.
She was preceded in death by her parents, John Edward and Gusta Emma (Gaylor) Whitfield; her beloved husband, John King; brothers, Brayden (Pete) Whitfield and Heulan Whitfield; sisters, Judy Nations, Nadine Amick, and Joy Sampson.
Joyce leaves behind her sons, Christopher Padelford and Dennis Padelford; granddaughter, Samantha; great grandchildren, Madalyn and Carter; brothers, Douglas Whitfield, Donald Whitfield and Johnal Whitfield; sisters, Imojean Edwards and Anna Jo Calkins along with a host of nieces, nephews, family and friends who will forever hold her in their hearts.
The family will hold a memorial service at a later date.
Roller Crouch Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
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6 Condolence(s)
Samantha
Thursday, March 5, 2026
Grandma, the kids and I will always remember you and your legacy will live on through them and their children, as you shaped us into the people we became, grateful and humble, thank you for loving us so much, me and Daddy... we miss you terribly, but, I'm so glad you got to see the kids and I'm so glad you were so happy to see Carter. We love you always. Samantha Padelford
Christopher, Carter and Madalyn--
Eddie L Powell
Monday, March 2, 2026
Chris and Dennis and family sorry to hear of your mom passing may God be with the family at this time.
Kim Disheroon Moore
Sunday, March 1, 2026
So sorry to hear about the passing of your mom. I think she's the reason today Dr Pepper is still my favorite soda. Love to your family.
Eddie Stewart
Saturday, February 28, 2026
Chris, so sorry to hear this. I hope you know Steph & I are praying for you and the family.
John & Cindy Nesbitt
Saturday, February 28, 2026
I never had the pleasure of meeting her in person , my daughter loved her like a grandmother. She (Crystal Barnes) just called telling us of her passing . This Lady Mrs. King had to be a very special lady , I have heard so many people talk about her and it was all good . She would help anyone that needed it and was so sweet. I just wanted her to know how much we appreciated her for treating my daughter so good . My prayers go up for the family & friends she left behind. May GOD Bless and comfort you all . Cindy & John Nesbitt.
Crystal Barnes
Saturday, February 28, 2026
She was a sweet lady to me. I met her in 2020 and bought her home from her in Marcella. She called me once a week for a while just to talk . Prayer for the family and friends she left behind .