Joyce A. Perkins, age 94, of Maryville lost her battle with cancer on Tuesday, August 25, 2020 at the family home.  She was a member of Bible Baptist Church.  She was preceded in death by her parents, Paul and Ruth Keyees Millsaps; first husband, Robert "Bob" Swaney; brother, Howard Millsaps; sister, Lois Kirkland.  She is survived by her loving husband of 48 ½ years, Bill Perkins; daughters, Mary Jane Swaney of Maryville, Becky and Ann Swaney of Knoxville.  The family would like to thanks special friends, Patty Kagley, Jerry and Edna Cook  and Charlie and Glenda Caldwell for all the support and prayers during this difficult time.  Funeral service will be held at 8:00 PM Friday, August 28, 2020 at Miller Funeral Home, Magnolia Chapel, Rev. Wayne Atchley and Rev. Harrison Hill officiating.  Interment service will be held at 11:00 AM Saturday at Big Toqua Cemetery in Vonore, TN.  The family will receive friends from 6:00 PM until 8:00 PM Friday at Miller Funeral Home, Maryville.