Joyce Ann Esteppe, 69, of Mt. Sterling, Kentucky, passed away on Monday, March 25, 2024, at St. Joseph Hospital in Lexington, Kentucky. Born in Mount Sterling, Kentucky, on December 8, 1954, to the late Arthur and Mary Watson Parker.
Joyce was a life long resident of Montgomery County and a former employee of AO Smith. Joyce had a passion for connecting with loved ones, she cherished moments spent with family and friends both in person and on social media platforms. Throughout her life, Joyce found joy in music, and preparing delicious meals that brought people together, particularly during family gatherings. Joyce lived a vibrant life full of love and laughter. Joyce's spirit will forever live on in the hearts of those who knew and loved her.
Joyce adored her daughter, Chastity Dennis, and son, Arthur Crum; her grandchildren, Jeffery Willoughby (Marissa), Haley Willoughby and Gabe Esteppe; great grandchildren, Jaxson Abernathy, Olivia Abernathy, Ellie Mae Corey and Sawyer Corey. She affectionately referred to her grandchildren and great grandchildren as the "apple of her eye."; She is also survived by her siblings, Janet Jackson, Tom Parker (Reece), Marium Martin and Lodema Stanley as well as several nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents, Joyce was preceded in death by her husband, Jack Esteppe and her sister,, Charlotte Ingram.
Private family service.