Alice Joyce Hamer Hurd, 85 stepped into the Lord's presence on Wednesday, April 12, 2017. She was a beloved mother, wife and friend to all. She graduated from Phillips High School, the class of 1951. Joyce was a resident of Vestavia Hills and a member of Shades Mountain Independent Church. She was preceded in death by her parents Garlon and Alice Hamer and son Larry C. Hurd. Joyce is survived by her husband of 64 years, C. W. Bill "Mop" Hurd and son, Lance A. Hurd. She loved Christmas, Red Birds and her Flowers. She will be remembered for her loving spirit, giving heart and the genuine love she had for those lucky enough to have known her. The family will receive friends from 12-2pm on Saturday, April 15, 2017 at Elmwood Chapel Funeral Home with a Celebration of Life to follow at 2pm.