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Joy Oglesby Obituary

JOY AMELIA OGLESBY 95, died in Riverside, CA on February 9, 2012. She was born in San Francisco, CA on April 25, 1916, the oldest daughter of Frank and Edith Freeman. She married William Thomas Oglesby on April 27, 1934 where they actively served the lord at the First Baptist Church of Riverside. Her daughter Barbara Stewart, seven grandchildren and fourteen great-grandchildren survive Joy. Services will be held at the First Baptist Church of Riverside located at 5500 Alessandro Blvd., in Riverside, on Friday, February 17th at 10:30 am. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the First Baptist Church of Riverside.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Press-Enterprise on Feb. 15, 2012.

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Kitty Castillo

February 17, 2012

Though I hadn't seen my Aunt in awhile, she was always on my mind and in my heart. I will miss her greatly. Kitty

Carol Dobson

February 15, 2012

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Linda Wallace

February 15, 2012

Your name reflects your spirit and I know you are sharing that JOY in heaven with Jesus. Matthew 25:21, "Well done, good and faithful servant! You have been faithful with a few things; I will put you in charge of many things. Come and share your master's happiness!" Joy, your task is done here on earth, now you get to enjoy the blessing!

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