Joyce Priest

Anthony - Joyce Ann Cannon Priest, 61, of Anthony, FL passed away August 8, 2016 at Hospice. Born to Daniel C. Cannon, II and Joyce Williams Cannon on May 8, 1955 in Bartow, FL. Joyce graduated from Vanguard High School in 1973. Joyce was a Rural Carrier for 28 years and a Rural Mail Carrier Academy Instructor for USPS. An avid fan of Nascar's Tony Stewart. She loved Clemson Tigers football. She also enjoyed camping and hiking in the mountains. As a teenager she sang for 'One in the Spirit' music group and continued to sing at church throughout her life. Joyce was very involved in ministry and compelling people to come to church. She would provide transportation for those who needed a way to church.

Joyce was preceded in death by her father, Daniel C. Cannon, II. She is survived by her loving husband of 40 years, Douglas; mother, Joyce Williams Cannon; son, Clayton D. Priest (Andrea); daughter, Leslie Ann Munden (Travis); brothers, Daniel C. Cannon, III (Paula), Lt. Col. Williams Robert Cannon (Lori); sister, Cheryll D. Cannon; and numerous nieces and nephews.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Ocala Springs Baptist Church - Building Fund. 5000 NE 36th Ave Ocala, FL 34479. Visitation will be held Friday, August 12, 2016 from 5:00 to 7:00 pm at Countryside Funeral Home, Anthony, FL. Memorial service will be held Saturday, August 13, 2016 at 7:00 p.m. at Unity Baptist Church, Anthony, FL.