Mrs. Joyce Brawley Ward, age 67 of 490 Mudbridge Rd., Buffalo, widow of Bill Ward passed away unexpectedly at her home. Mrs. Ward was born in Union, SC March 4, 1952, a daughter of the late Willie B. Brawley and Lillie Louise Knox Brawley. She was a graduate of Union High School and USC Spartanburg where she earned a Degree in Nursing. Mrs. Ward was employed with Avis Car Rental and was of the Baptist Faith. Surviving are a brother, George M. Brawley of Spartanburg; a niece, Tracy Sinclair and husband David of Pauline and a nephew, Jackie Brawley and wife Debbie of Jonesville. Visitation will be held 6:00-8:00 PM Thursday, February 13, 2020 at SR Holcombe Funeral Chapel. The family will be at their respective homes.