Joyce Ann Hatcher Biggs, 80, of Columbia, KY passed away on Sunday, September 20, 2026 at her residence, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on February 12, 1946 in Adair County, KY to the late Atties Allen and Nannie Dohoney Hatcher.
Joyce lived a life centered on home, faith, and the people she loved. She was a homemaker and also worked at Oshkosh, carrying out both roles with steady dedication. She was the last surviving of 13 siblings, a distinction that spoke to the long arc of family history she carried with her throughout her life.
Joyce found joy in simple and meaningful pleasures. She enjoyed shopping, being outdoors, and mowing her yard, and she especially treasured spending time with her family and friends. Those who knew her will remember a woman who took comfort in everyday routines and who valued the companionship of those around her.
Her faith was also an important part of her life. Joyce was a member of Trinity Church, and that membership reflected a lasting spiritual foundation that remained with her through the years.
SURVIVORS:
2 daughters: Debra Haste and Carolyn Garmon (Shane) both of Columbia, KY
6 grandchildren: Natalie Marcum (Joe), Brandi Feese (Dylan), Jacob Doss (Natalie), Adam Doss (Lexi),Trey Garmon (Allison) and Tanner Garmon
4 great-grandchildren: Emery Doss, Maverick Doss, Aubree Garmon and Avery Garmon
Several nieces & nephews
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, J.D. Biggs and thirteen siblings: Ralph, James, William, Billy, Bob, Tommy, Wayne, and Kenneth Hatcher, Barbara Hatcher, Brenda Henson, Bedelia Burchett, Pat Morrison and Mae Lucas.
Funeral Service: Wednesday, September 23, 2026 at 11:00amCT at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home in Columbia, KY with Bro. Steve Pescosolido officiating
Burial: Mt. Carmel Cemetery
Visitation: Tuesday from 4:00pm-8:00pmCT and Wednesday until time for the service
Pallbearers: Jamie Hatcher, Joe Marcum, Shane Garmon, Adam Doss, Jacob Doss and Bo Biggs
Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
