Joyce Early Cordell

Joyce Early Cordell, 82, of Morganton, NC died Sunday, February 16, 2014 at her residence. Born in Rutherford County, NC on December 15, 1931, she was the daughter of the late Robert Garland Early and Effie Marie Hyder Early.Joyce is survived by her husband, George E. Cordell of the home; two step-daughters, Lori Ivey and Georgian Cordell; eight grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and a sister, Grace DeHetre.In addition to her parents, Joyce was preceded in death by a son, Terry Woody.The graveside service will be held at 1pm, Wednesday, February 19, 2014 in Burke Memorial Park with the Rev. Bill Shuffler and the Rev. Heather Kilbourne officiating.In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Mull School, c/o St. Matthews United Methodist Church, 201 Shady Rest Rd., Morganton, NC 28655.Sossoman Funeral Home is assisting the family with the arrangements.