Joseph Grice Sr. Obituary (1938 - 2021)

Joseph "Joe" Grice, Sr. was born on May 5, 1938 in Lake Charles, LA to Henry and Mary Edolia Small Grice. He was the first born of eight brothers and four. sisters. In 1964, he was united in marriage to his beloved wife Mildred Ivorymae Wilson. Their union was blessed with two children, Joycie Mae Grice and Joseph Grice, Jr. Joe worked for St. James Parish as an operator until his retired. He had a passion for detailing cars and cutting grass. Joe was also known for wearing hats for every occasion. He was a devoted father and took care of his family. His grandchildren were his light and joy. Johnny Wilson, Jr. and Falyn Victoria Grice were his king and queen. He loved them so much and they loved him dearly in return. Joe was a kind and loving person who will be greatly missed by all who knew him. Joseph is survived by his children, Joycie Grice (Johnny) Wilson, Sr., Joseph (Eranda Kim) Grice, Jr. and Alisa Narcisse (Willie) Walker; grandchildren, Johnny Wilson, Jr. and Falyn Victoria Grice; sister, Mary Alice Foster; brothers, SherWayne and Darrell Miller; a devoted longtime friend, Belleuah Diane Charles, and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, Henry Sr. and Mary Edolia Grice; sisters, Rose Grice, Hester Frank and Rosa Mae Guillory;and brothers, Pete, Charles, Alfred, John, Henry and Quilen Grice. There will be a public walk-through visitation on Saturday, February 27, 2021 from 10am-11am at Treasures of Life Funeral Services, 315 E Airline Hwy, Gramercy, LA 70052. Service will begin at 11am. Interment to follow at First Baptist Church Cemetery in Vacherie. Final care entrusted to Treasures of Life Funeral Services. "When someone you love becomes a memory, that memory becomes a TREASURE!" To share condolences and thoughts, and to sign guest book, please visit: www.treasurefunerals.com Due to CDC (COVID-19) guidelines and restrictions, masks and social distancing are REQUIRED!