JoAnn Camille Murphy |
| Posted 2018-05-06 by Judy Wight Branson |
| The Daily Courier, Prescott, Arizona Sunday, May 6, 2018, page 8a JoAnn Camille Murphy, born Aug. 2, 1931, in Bismark, North Dakota, peacefully passed away April 29, 2018, after a long illness due to a stroke in 2009. JoAnn is survived by her husband, Ray, of 45 years; her two daughters, Dana and Lisa; five grandchildren and four great- grandchildren. In her younger years, JoAnn was a fashion model in California, as well as a former dance teacher. After retiring in the ’90s, Ray and JoAnn moved from Studio City, California, to Prescott, Arizona, 24 years ago. JoAnn served as the President of the Women’s Division for the Studio City Chamber of Commerce for many years. Once settled in Prescott, JoAnn dedicated her time to community involvement, especially Yavapai Humane Society, animal welfare and the prevention of animal cruelty to all of God’s creatures and served as a Deacon in her church. She enjoyed dancing, golf, bridge, tennis and her family. JoAnn was a beloved mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, and will be incredibly missed by all. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Ruffner-Wakelin Funeral Homes. Please log on to www.ruffnerwakelin.com to sign JoAnn’s guestbook and share a memory with the family. Information provided by survivors. |
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