Joyce Crepps
Joyce Marilyn Crepps, 79, Fargo, ND passed away on Saturday, April 14, 2018 at ManorCare Nursing Home. She was born on April 2, 1939 to James and Regina (Vitt) Kilbride in Fargo, ND. She grew up in Fargo where she attended school.
On September 2, 1961 she was united in marriage to Ronald Crepps in Breckenridge, MN. The couple made their home in Fargo where they raised their two sons.
Joyce worked as a physical therapist at Dakota Hospital for many years and then as a therapy aide at Innovis Hospital until her retirement in 1994.
Joyce was a member of Grace Baptist Church for over 30 years where she served a volunteer with the King’s Daughters. Most recently, Ron and Joyce were members of Brookdale Baptist Church.
She loved to crochet, knit, and do ceramics. Joyce often gave away the things she made to loved ones or donated them to the church to be sold to help children in third world countries and refugees.
She is survived by her husband of 56 years, Ron; sons, Daniel Crepps and Patrick (Gretchen Boyum) Crepps; grandchildren, Toby, Jesse, Joey, Danielle, Rorik and Agneta Crepps; sisters, Carol Harrington and Marlys (Don) Glirbas; and many nieces, nephews, and friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents; brother, Kenny; sisters, Shirley, Janice, Arlene and Gail.
There will be a visitation from 5-7:00 PM on Wednesday, April 18, 2018 at Boulger Funeral Home and Celebration of Life Center, Fargo. The funeral service will be at 10:00 AM on Thursday, April 19, 2018 at the funeral home with a visitation one hour prior. Burial at Sunset Memorial Gardens in Fargo.
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Ron and sons – I am very sorry to hear of your loss. I attended the same church as Joyce for many years and got to know her as a sharp minded, dry witted and very funny lady. She would rip off hiliarious one-liner comments that would take me by surprise. I know that she will be dearly missed by all that knew her. I rejoice with you that she has ended her suffering and is now resting in the arms of her Saviour. Please know Ron that you are in my prayers.
Ron, Sorry to hear Joyce has passed, it is going to be dificult feeling the loneliness and missing your visits with her, may God give you strength to endure your sorrow! My deepest sympathy to you at this time of sadness!
Ron: Just read in the Forum of your loss. Please accept my sincere sympathy. Notice by the obit that we have been married the same amount of time. Where did the years go. Treasure the good memories and lean on your family. You are in my thoughts and prayers. God bless you and yours during this difficult time. Love,Yvonne Thompson McTaggart, class of 1956
Ron and sons. So sorry to hear of your Loss. We worked with Joyce for many years and have fond memories of her.
My deepest sympathies to the entire family on the passing of Joyce. I have many fond memories of her when I worked at Dakota Hospital. She was always witty, friendly, loved life and her family and friends, and you never knew quite what was going to come out of her mouth….in a good way that is!!! I know she touched everyone she came in contact with. God bless your many memories I think Joyce might be crackin’ em up in heaven already!!
Ron, sorry to hear of the loss of Joyce. So many fond memories come to mind from our Grace Baptist days when we think of your family.
Ron, I am heartbroken as I just heard in the past hour that Joyce has passed away. We don’t get the news paper, and nobody had let us know. My heart ❤️ breaks for you and your boys and their families! Grace Baptist days would never have been the same with out you guys. I remember so many wonderful conversations with Joyce in the nursery. The two of you were a big part of our church family.
Joyce suffered through so much in her last years here on Earth, but Ron you were so loving to your precious wife! Anyone could always see your tender loving care for her 💕 She was loved and appreciated by all that knew her over the years. It’s sad to know she’s gone, but so good to know all her suffering is over and she’s living a new life in heaven with our Lord Jesus Christ! We ❤️ You, Ron!
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