It is with a heavy heart and tears that I write this.  Papa Joe will always have a special place in my heart.   My daddy met him while in the military and from the first day our families got together, our bond was very strong.  My mother always referred to them as her sister and brother as she was an only child.  Not related by blood, but family just the same.  My daddy made a career of the military which meant we moved a lot, but the connection was always there.  Even when we had no money to travel, they stayed connected through letters and by phone.

We spent every weekend together when we were stationed together.  The adults played Canasta all night or we went to watch Papa Joe’s stock cars at the demolition derby.  I remember sitting in the stands as a little girl.  The noise was palpable and watching as those drivers deliberately crashed into the other cars got a bit scary.  It definitely left a life-long impression on this girl.  My mother wanted to see her sis and brother one more time, she was 102, so we stopped on our way to California.  One afternoon, we sat at the kitchen table reminiscing as we went through the many photos of that time.  We talked about old times as they remembered my daddy who died at the age of 56, my mama, and the antics that Marcelline and I got into when we were little.  So many memories brought about many smiles and so much laughter even though a lot of the stories happened so many years ago.

Papa Joe was a sweet man; he loved “Red,” the love of his life and you always saw him holding her hand.  Being a parent was great, but grandkids were the highlight.  Papa Joe would do anything for his family!  He took very good care of Mama Grace throughout their life together; right up to the day she left this earth to be with the Lord.

Now it is time to say goodbye to my Papa Joe and I do that with lots of love.  Thank you for your love; I will always cherish our relationship.  I pray God’s blessings on you and your beautiful family.

Marcy  Kim , Mark and family
I’m so sorry for your loss you  all are in our thoughts and prayers  stay strong  
Julie and family

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Billy Joe Webb

22 November, 1923 – 14 September, 2023

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