Joyce Skelton Freeman, 81, beloved wife of the late Ronnie Freeman, passed away on Sunday, May 12, 2024, in the home surrounded by her loving family.
Born in Greenville, SC, she was the daughter of the late A.B. and Evelyn Bryant Skelton.
Joyce was a member of Siloam Baptist Church and loved by all who knew her.
Joyce’s greatest joy in life was found in her roles as a devoted and loving wife, mother, and Mimi. She shared a bond of love and companionship with her late husband, Ronnie Freeman, that spanned a lifetime. Together, they created a warm and loving home filled with laughter, love, and cherished memories.
Joyce leaves behind a legacy of love, kindness, hospitality, and generosity that impacted the lives of many.
She is survived by daughters, Beth Heyward (Greg) and Robin Gore (Bobby); a son, Kevin Freeman (Beth);10 grandchildren; 25 great grandchildren; sister, Peggy Ernest (John); brother, Rick Skelton (Cindy).
A visitation will be held Friday, May 17, 2024, from 11:30 a.m. until 1:15 p.m. at Thomas McAfee Funeral Homes, Northwest with the funeral service to follow at 1:30 p.m. in the Northwest Chapel. Burial will be held in Graceland Cemetery West .
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Pl, Memphis, TN 38105, https://www.stjude.org/.
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