Joyce Arlene Israel Obituary
Joyce Arlene Israel of Smithville, Missouri passed away on September 6, 2026. Joyce, born on September 29, 1938, shared life alongside family, friends, and others. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Edgar Babcock and Sylvia Babcock; her brother Darrell Babcock; and her son Richard Israel. She is survived by: her daughter Karen; her granddaughter Jennifer Kissinger; her great grandchildren, Gracie and Lillie; and her sisters-in-law, Karen Babcock and Kay (LeRoy Grandstaff). She is also survived by nieces and nephews and spouses, great nieces and nephews and great great nieces and nephews, extended family; and many wonderful friends.
Visitation was held on Friday, September 18th 2026 from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM at the Floral Hills Funeral Home and Cemetery (7000 Blue Ridge Blvd, Kansas City, MO 64133). A funeral service was held on Friday, September 18th 2026 from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM at the same location. A graveside service was held on Friday, September 18th 2026 from 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM at the same location.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Research Foundation at Research Medical Center and/or St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. Research Foundation at Research Medical Center 2316 E Meyer Blvd, Kansas City, Missouri 64132.
