Joyce M. Newby age 88 of Spring City died Monday, July 3, 2023 at her residence.

She was born on June 10, 1935 to the late Edgar Ross and Bonnie Renfro Brown. Joyce was a graduate of Spring City High School. She was a member of the Spring City Senior Center and served on its board for over 15 years. Joyce was a very active member of the Mt. Zion Baptist Church and enjoyed reading the Bible. Traveling was a highlight of her life. Joyce was an excellent cook and famous for her sweet tea. She made being a wife and mother look easy and will be sadly missed by her family and friends.

Joyce was preceded in death by her husband Ralph A. Newby, her son David Newby, and her grandson Dustin Lottman. Joyce was the youngest survivor of her siblings.

Survivors include her two children Vicki Lottman of Spring City, Tennessee and Ron (Terry) Newby of Coral Springs, Florida; and her grandchildren Nick Lottman, Jared Lottman, Jordan Lottman, Brian Newby, and Jess Willow Newby.

A graveside service will be held on Friday, July 7, 2023 at 2:00 P.M. in the Spring City Memorial Gardens with Rev. Chris Alexander officiating. There will be no visitation.

Vaughn Funeral Home of Spring City is in charge of the arrangements of Joyce M. Newbyand asks that friends share condolences and memories of her with the family on our website www.vaughn-funeral-home.com.