Joyce Ann Mounts

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Joyce "JoJo" Ann Mounts, 74, departed this life Thursday evening, October 22, 2020, at Denver Hospice. In the company of family, she went to be with the Lord after a hard-fought, 35-year battle with multiple sclerosis.

Joyce was born to Grace and Gean Quick on September 3, 1946, in Colorado Springs, where she spent most of her life. She married Roger Lee Mounts on October 2, 1971, and the two celebrated 49 blessed years of marriage earlier this month.

The first woman in her family to attend college, Joyce received a business administration degree from Northeastern Junior College in Sterling, Colorado. With Roger working 24-hour shifts at the Colorado Springs Fire Department, she juggled motherhood, household responsibilities and overseeing the family restaurant, Families Sub Shop #11.

Calling Gateway Presbyterian Church home for many years, Joyce served as an elder and Sunday school teacher. She was known by friends and family for her deep love for God and people and an undeniable knack for human connection. Joyce’s greatest joy in life came from spending time with loved ones. She was a proud mom, grandmother and aunt who made everyone feel welcome and embraced strangers as friends.

Joyce and Roger moved to the Denver area in 2013 to be closer to family and healthcare providers. In 2015, Joyce moved to Shalom Park Nursing Home to receive full-time skilled nursing care due to advancing MS. Her family is grateful to Shalom Park nurses and staff who loved Joyce like family during this difficult time.

Joyce is survived by her husband Roger, daughter Shannon Peddicord (Justin), son Jason Mounts (Anne), brother James Quick and grandchildren Jacob and Levi Peddicord and Jude and Eli Mounts.

Due to coronavirus gathering restrictions, a celebration of life ceremony will be held at a future date. In Joyce’s remembrance, memorial donations may be sent to Shalom Park Nursing Home. To give, please visit shalompark.org/donate or mail donations to Shalom Park Nursing Home, 14800 East Belleview Drive, Aurora, CO, 80115.

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  1. “A mother is the truest friend we have, when trials heavy and sudden fall upon us; when adversity takes the place of prosperity; when friends desert us; when trouble thickens around us, still will she cling to us, and endeavor by her kind precepts and counsels to dissipate the clouds of darkness, and cause peace to return to our hearts.” – Washington Irving

    Mom – Thank you for providing unconditional love and being a role model for demonstrating strength and resilience in the face of adversity. You're forever in our hearts.

    Love, Jason

  2. Unfortunately I didn't have the chance to know Mrs. Mounts, but I can say that I know how loved she was as witnessed through her daughter, Shannon. I know that a good part of why Shannon is such a loving, giving, strong, faithful woman is how she was raised by Joyce and Roger. Shannon, Justin, Roger, Levi, Jacob, I hope you find comfort in the knowledge that her 35 year battle with MS has finally been won! One day there will be glorious reunions of all of your loved ones, forever and ever. Meanwhile, I pray that the loss and emptiness you feel here on earth can be filled a little bit with the good memories of your mom, wife, and grandma.  

  3. Thanks so much, Jen. We love you guys and I know your mama's situation has paralleled my mom's in many ways. I am lifting the two of you up in prayer this morning, too.

  4. What a beautiful tribute to a beautiful lady. These pictures are amazing! May she continue her amazing journey in heaven, and may her family be filled with loving memories all the days of their life. Irene T. 

  5. When I was young, we would travel to Colorado Springs to visit my Dad's family. Grace and Gene always made room for us in their home. One time, Joyce, who was a cool teenager, rolled my hair in the biggest rollers I had ever seen! For one day, I had the curliest hair ever! Joyce, you will be missed! My condolences go out to all of her dear family.

  6. “I remember my mother’s prayers, and they have always followed me. They have clung to me all my life.”

    —Abraham Lincoln

    Dearest Mama,

    I can’t believe it’s been four years since you went to heaven. I am so thankful you are with Jesus, but I have missed you every day since you left. I can’t wait to see you dancing in heaven someday. I’m trying to take care of everyone down here, but you were the best at it. Love you most and forever.

    Shannon


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