Funeral services will be conducted Saturday afternoon, December 20, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. from the chapel of the Taylor Funeral Home. Jerry Burgess and Josh Lewis will officiate. Visitation will be on Friday evening, December 19th from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. and will continue Saturday beginning at 12 Noon until time of service.
Those desiring, memorials are suggested to the Alzheimer’s Foundation.
Joyce Winfrey Lewis, age 81, of Dickson, TN died peacefully December 16, 2025, at NHC after a lengthy stay. Her family was by her side.
Joyce was born in Dickson County and was the daughter of the late Alfred Earl and Edna Lorene Lindsey Winfrey. She attended William James High School and was the wife of the late Edward Clay “Snooks” Lewis who preceded her in death in April 2025. Work just came natural for Joyce, she had a lengthy working career, for some 35 years she was a seamstress with the former Red Cap Industries here in Dickson, later working with Lamastus Service Center and Murphys Cee Bee store in Charlotte. She loved to work and excelled at everything she attempted.
She was also preceded in death by a grandson, Jeremy Erranton, brother and sisters, Billy Winfrey, Wanda Taylor, and infant sister Pam Winfrey.
During the past several years she was a resident of NHC of Dickson, TN where she captured the love of so many of the staff and she loved them back. They truly were her extended family. NHC even named her the grandma of the year honor. Her family would like to extend their heartfelt thanks for all the love and care that they gave to Joyce while she was there. Your love and kindness will never be forgotten.
Not only being one of the best seamstresses, but Joyce was also known to be one of the best southern comfort cooks. Known for her fried chicken, her fried catfish, hushpuppies, and pear preserves. She could put out a spread of food that could capture the appetite of everyone.
Joyce was a fun-loving mother and grandmother. Known by her grands as “My Mama”. Debbie said it very lovingly, “She was my best friend, grouchy granny and could really wear the title of sassy and spicy.”
She is survived by her children, Eddie Lewis (Tammy), Jerry Lewis (Pam), Gary Lewis (Cindy), Debbie Erranton (Robert), Jeff Lewis (Lynn), Chris Lewis (Becky), her brothers, Danny Winfrey (Robbie), Braxton Winfrey, her sisters, Kathleen Miller (Bill), Peggy Osborne, Mildred Sullivan, Linda Gray, Brenda Schmittou, Becky Swaw, 15 Grandchildren, 10 Great-grandchildren, 3 Great Great-Grandchildren, several nieces and nephews and her extended NHC family.
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She was a very sweet young lady always had an amazing smile .I would always would go by her while going through to do my job and say hi sweet lady have a blessed day we love you She would smile .I always would check on her she truly to me was family.i will miss her a lot.Her daughter Debbie always took great care of her .Go be with hubby .
Bless You Joyce!!!
I sure loved Mama Joyce and Clay. Me and “Yank”spent many summers at Joyce and Clays house and on the river and BBQing and just having a great time. They were the BEST PEOPLE to be around. They would always cook some great to eat and we’d just have a great time. I don’t think I saw Joyce mad but a few times and then I’d wanta get out of her way. I have great memories of Joyce and Clay both! They were like a mom and dad to me. I miss them both so much.Tget were the BEST FRIENDS you could ever want. I loved Joyce and Clay so much! Prayers go out to the boys and Debbie too. God bless you all!
Sweet sweet Joyce, you will be missed so much. It was a privilege to have known you and do rehab with you at NHC. You were a firecracker that never failed to make me smile. To the beautiful family of Joyce, I’m so sorry for your loss. She was a wonderful woman. I will always cherish my memories at a PTA working with her during her time at NHC.
I met your sweet mother for a very short time she touched my heart in many ways now she got her wings and will be with her love one in heaven. Debbie you had amazing mother I know you will miss her so much.. I truly understand that lost my New Friend Brenda and her son Brandon and Amanda my heart and thought will be with you. and all Miss Joyce sister that I met in November at NHC she would make me laugh ever time I saw her your family have my condolences love you guys
Joyce is was a Honor to know you and work with you at Red Kap. You will truly missed by everyone. You and Clay are together again my you Rest In Peace 🙏.
Please accept my deepest condolences for your loss. She was so deeply loved, and I will always cherish the time I got to share with her —our evening walks for ice cream (Vanilla I could never talk her into Chocolate or Strawberry), her spirited little “spicy” moments, and the way she would soften when reminded that we still had time before Daddy came back from the barn to go for our ice cream walks. Those simple moments always brought her comfort and peace. Her hugs were the highlight of my day. When I was having a rough day or just needed a hug, she was always there and available for that special hug only a few have the ability to do. It was clear that the world truly rose and set with her husband. I hope it brings you comfort to know how fondly she will always be remembered and how much joy she brought to us. The Family is in my thoughts and prayers, and I wish you strength and gentle peace in the days ahead. Forever her Ice Cream Bandit Bestie.
You could not have asked for a better person than Joyce Lewis. She loved her family. And was Loved by all. I think of working with her. I don’t think she ever had a bad day. And if you was having one, she would change that. Prayers 🙏 for the family. Joyce, you will be missed
She was absolutely a good friend , and with smile every morning, she was a light to those who knew her…
Joyce you were a loving and kind person. Loved spending Sunday mornings with you. You made wonderful breakfasts. But then again you could cook anything. I’m sorry I just can’t make it there after Gary died the 4th. But know you are in my prayers. God Bless. Love you Mom. Martie
So sorry for the loss of your mother. it’s always hard to lose someone especially during the holidays. you know she and your dad are reunited in heaven now and smiling down on everyone. No more pain or suffering. My deepest sympathy to each and every one of you. And they might even find Sophie up there playing. God bless.
I’m so sorry. I met Mrs. Joyce Lewis in September 2024 while making weekly visits with my Dad at NHC. She befriended me in the cafeteria, just rolled up to me and started talking. We instantly became friends. She told me about her career at Red Cap for many years, and how it was her job was to keep everybody in line. I felt like I had known her my whole life. Talking with her made me feel like I was talking to my own grandmother, Mrs. Leora Lewis of Charlotte and her sisters, which have all since passed, but they all really like to carry on as they say, especially on Sunday afternoons sitting on the front porch. I got to talk to her quite often because I came to see Dad every weekend, and one time when I said bye to her, she followed us down the hallway, came in Dad‘s room, and we talked even more. I think she really enjoyed our company even though Dad wasn’t too conversational because of his dementia. I looked forward to seeing her every time I came to NHC. I’m so thankful that I got know Mrs. Joyce and enjoy her presence especially during one of the hardest times in my life with Dad’s dementia. I’m happy to know that she is at rest, and I will remember her always. Brad Biter