Joyce Darlene Thornton, 50, of Wellston, Ohio, died Sunday, March 20, 2011 at her home. She was born August 27, 1960, in Point Pleasant, WV, a daughter of the late Abraham E. and Mary Jane (Parsons) Thornton. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a brother, George Abraham Thornton; and two sisters, Mary Lou Blake, and Rebecca Chapman. Joyce is survived by her companion; Wayne Floyd of Wellston, Ohio; two brothers, Curly Thornton of Gallipolis, and James (Gayle) Thornton of Gallipolis; two sisters, Linda Spillman of Gallipolis, and Helen Thornton of Gallipolis; and several nieces and nephews. There will be no services. Burial will be at the convenience of the family. Online condolences may be made at www.wilcoxenfuneralhome.com.