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Joyce Elaine McBee
Obituaries
December 3, 2025
Joyce Elaine McBee

Joyce Elaine McBee, 69, of Eufaula, Oklahoma, passed from this life on Sunday, November 16, 2025, in Muskogee, surrounded by her family. She was born on February 24, 1956, in St. Joseph, Missouri, to Sammy Junior Weese and Norma Jean (Trout) Weese.

While living in Denver, Colorado, Joyce met William McBee, the love of her life, and the two later married on December 21, 1992, in Norman, Oklahoma. Together they built a life rooted in devotion, partnership, and shared passions. Joyce and William were well-known in the shooting sports community, where their dedication and craftsmanship

February 24, 1956 – Sunday, November 16, 2025

earned them great respect and lasting friendships.

Joyce had many interests, but one of her greatest joys was being outdoors. She loved hiking, exploring nature, and especially spending time near the water. One of her lifelong passions was water skiing, something she discovered early and continued to pursue even in recent years. Joyce also enjoyed memorable outdoor adventures, including a cherished hike to Havasu Falls. Her appreciation for nature and adventure was a constant source of joy throughout her life. She also spent many years working as an instructor with the National Rifle Association, where she was admired for her knowledge, patience, and unwavering dedication.

She is survived by her husband, William of the home; her daughter, Crystal Green and husband Matthew of Norman, Oklahoma; and her stepdaughters, Rebecca Elaine McBee of New York City and Sandra Christine McAnney and husband Tommy of New Jersey. Two grandchildren; Noelle and James McAnney. She is also survived by her brothers: Jimmy Weese and wife Cindy of Riverside, California; David Weese and wife Zena of St. Joseph, Missouri; and Mike Weese and wife Ruth of St. Joseph, Missouri.

Joyce is lovingly remembered by her nieces and nephews: Brian Weese, Elizabeth Muncal, Brett Weese, Emily Weese, Shelbie Zirkle, Brandon Weese, Steven Weese, and Kayla Weese.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Sammy and Norma Jean Weese, and by her grandparents, Violet and Virgil Kemp and Sammy and Zola Weese.

Joyce’s legacy is one of kindness, loyalty, and quiet strength. She will be deeply missed and forever cherished.

Please join the family for Joyce McBee’s Celebration of Life on Thursday, December 11, 2025 at 1:00 p.m.. The service will be located at the First Baptist Church, 400 W. Foley, Eufaula, OK 74432 in the Family Life Center.

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