Joy Rea Ritter Obituary
With sadness, we share the passing of Joy Rea Ritter of Florence, Alabama. Joy, born on October 29, 1935, passed away on June 20, 2026. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
Family, friends, and acquaintances remember Joy for her warmth, thoughtfulness, and the moments shared together. While she will be deeply missed, the influence she had on the lives around her remains. Loved ones will reflect on the time spent together. Joy’s memory will live on in the hearts of friends and family, a lasting reminder of the connections and experiences she brought to the world.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Leo Ritter and Flora Ritter; and her brother Wayne Ritter. She is survived by: her nephew Denny Ritter (Donna); her great-nieces, Shayla Smith (Gile) and Taylor King (Paden); her sister-in-law Treva Ritter McInnish; Sloan, Nash Smith, Parker and Brooks King.
