Sara Joyce Derr Obituary
The family of Sara Joyce Derr of Aiken, South Carolina announces her passing on July 6, 2026. Sara Joyce, born on January 28, 1926 in Memphis, Tennessee, is remembered by family, friends, and others who shared time and connection. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Sara Joyce Derr to show support.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Elmore Aurelius Copeland and Edna Adams; her husband James Henry Derr, Jr.; her siblings, George Copeland and Jamye Knight; and her son James Henry Derr III.
She is survived by: her sons, Jeff Derr (Laura) of Aiken and John E. Derr of Lake Charles, LA; her daughter-in-law Linda Derr of Austin, TX.; her grandchildren, Vanessa Lively, Sarah Reynolds (Tommy), Zach Derr (Anna) and Aaron Derr (Makela); and her great grandchildren, Bennett, Wesley, Eliza, Wyatt, Morgan, Emilia, Jeremiah and Nico.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to a charity of your choice.
