Joyce M. Ripley's Obituary
Joyce Marie Ripley, 80, of Memphis, Tennessee went to be with the Lord Sunday, July 13, 2025. She was born on May 10, 1945 in Waverly, Tennessee to the late Clifford and Robbie Jo (Hale) Webb. Mrs. Ripley was a member of Bellevue Baptist Church. She was a Christ follower, Elvis enthusiast, Orpheum patron, lover of the arts, adventurer, and affectionately known as the “Queen of the Grizzlies” section 103. A “Memphis Treasure”, Joyce truly enjoyed the many events offered in her beloved city and beyond.
Mrs. Ripley was preceded in death by her fireman husband, Jimmy Ripley and 2 brothers; Rev. Wayne Webb and Jackie Webb. She is survived by one brother, Mike Webb, 2 step-children and multiple grand and great- grandchildren, plus many nieces and nephews.
Joyce’s love for people and places (and her hugs) will be greatly missed by her family and friends. Her spirit for life has impacted us all and has inspired us to live life to the fullest.
A special thanks to Great Southern Senior Living for their love and professional care during Joyce’s end of life journey.
Kindly leave any donations in Joyce’s honor to: https://Give.MemphisUnionMission.org
A chapel service will be held Tuesday, July 22, 2025 at 1 p.m. at Memorial Park Funeral Home. Visitation from 12 – 1.
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