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Joy DuBail Obituary
Joy DuBail age 72 wife of Arnold H. DuBail of Monroe passed peacefully on July 13th surrounded by family and friends after a courageous battle with cancer. Born January 27, 1941 to the late Ray A. MacDonald and Thelma Curtis MacDonald. Joy grew up in Fairfield and was a resident of Monroe for the last 45 years. She worked in the Monroe school system as an educational aide in the 1970s and 80s and spent 17 years working for the Trumbull board of Education in pupil services until her retirement.
Joy was the kindest and loving of souls who's greatest love was for God and family. She was known for being a selfless giving woman who always had time for those in need. She was an integral and active member of St. Peter's Episcopal Church on the Green in Monroe. She enthusiastically led St. Peter's youth group for 13 years, was a part of the Episcopal Church Women's group (ECW), church choir and any church event or activity that came along. Her passion and infectious smile made anything she was involved in a success. She was also very energetically involved in Relay for Life for the past 9 years and was a member of Beacon Hill women's bible study. She took much happiness and pride in being an essential part of her grandchildren's lives and also loved to travel, whether it was across town or across the world.
Joy leaves behind a legacy of giving that touched all she came in contact with. She is survived by her husband of 50 years Arnold, her 3 children Mark DuBail of Newtown, Chris DuBail of Greenville SC, Dawn Laughlin of Monroe and her husband John, grandchildren Lauren, Douglas and Nathaniel Bond, and Emily Laughlin of Monroe, sisters Janet Spinning and Judy Hamilton, brother Ray MacDonald and Wife Michelle, sister in law Christine Bennett and husband Thomas, brother in law Ronald DuBail and wife Martha as well as many cousins, nieces and nephews. Pre-deceased by a brother Robert MacDonald and nephews David Spinning and Wayne DuBail.
A many special thanks to all the caregivers we have encountered over the past year. Including Oncology Associates and Bridgeport Hospital. A Memorial Service will be held Friday July 19th at 5:00 PM at St. Peter's Episcopal Church on the Green 175 Old Tannery Road Monroe. Friends may visit on Tuesday July 16th from 5:00 to 8:00 PM at the Spadaccino and Leo P. Gallagher & Son Community Funeral Home 315 Monroe Turnpike Monroe.
In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the St. Peter's Memorial Fund. St Peter's Episcopal Church 175 Old Tannery Rd, Monroe, CT 06468.
Online condolences may be made by visiting www.spadaccinofuneralhome.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Joy DuBail
David "Teapot" Papcin
July 13, 2023
Thinking of The DuBail family and remembering Joy on this day...
Teapot
July 12, 2022
Remembering and Praying for Joy and family, on this anniversary of her passing...Peace!
Melissa Fahey
August 23, 2013
Dear Dawn, Mr. DuBail, Mark and Chris , I will always be grateful to your Mom and your entire family . When I first moved next door you were right there to invite me over and I felt very welcome. I remember being fascinated with your Mother's coupon clipping ... She cracked me up. I am so sorry for your loss . Respectfully
Trudi Black
July 23, 2013
To Joy's Family.....We have lost a wonderful woman. ....I had the pleasure of worklng with her at Trumbull PPS for many years..She always brought a smile by sharing hers....Heaven has a new angel for sure.....Heartfelt Sympathy....
July 23, 2013
I always remember Joy's smile whenever you came into her office. She was a lovely helpful charming lady. My sympathy and prayers to all her family. MaryAnn Sarzynski.
July 20, 2013
Arnold and family, Juat heard about Joy today. So very sorry to hear. May all your memories together keep close to your heart and she will never be far.
Lynn, Bonnie, Jack Jr. Eck and the kids
July 19, 2013
I will always remember Joy, and feel very fortunate to have known her for more than 30 years. She was the kind of person who reached out to everyone with love.
With heartfelt sympathy,
Pat Chase
July 17, 2013
so sorry to hear about your mom. our thoughts and prayers are with you.
cyn,al tom and dan
Nancy Bodwell
July 16, 2013
To Joy's family-Joy was an amazing source of joy and support to my dad, Warren, who was her cousin in NH. When the "cousins", as he called them, would come for a visit, he was delighted and always amazed at how much they would talk and laugh! And Joy never failed to send him a cheerful note even as she was dealing with her own illness. I got to talk with her at his recent memorial and she continued to be caring of our family. We are truly sorry for this huge loss.
July 16, 2013
Dear Arnold, Dawn, Mark, Lauren, Nate, Doug and Family
I want you all to know the time I shared with you caring for Joy was filled with so much love and happiness. I know she is smiling down from Heaven on all of us. I know you miss her being here on earth, but just know she will always be with you where ever you may go. Joy will forever be in your hearts and minds.
God Bless Joy and God Bless Everyone of You!
We shall meet her again in the air, she is flying now, filled with the Love of Jesus!
Love,
Stacie and family
July 16, 2013
A new angel is among us.
R.I.P Joy
Alice Koutrakos
July 16, 2013
Dubail Family,
Was saddened to hear of the loss your loved one. Remember the happy times and that will get all of you through this.
Milly Palladino-Lapierre
July 16, 2013
My condolences to the loss of Joy. May she rest in peace with the angels.
Nan Iselin
July 16, 2013
Dawn and Family, your Mom touched every persons heart that she came in contact with. Through of her suffering she never lost that smile.
I feel so Blessed to have had her in my life the short time I did. May The Peace,Love and strength of God surround you. I love you.
July 16, 2013
So Sorry for you loss, My thoughts and prayers go out to the entire family. Sincerely, Suzette Cable (Ewen)
Judy Beno
July 16, 2013
Dear Dawn, Judy, Janet, and family, I am so grateful to have known Joy. I'll always remember our times together on Beacon Hill's women's retreats. So thankful to know that she's in the arms of Jesus and will be forever smiling just like this picture.
love Judy Beno
diane karagory
July 16, 2013
I never had an opportunity to meet Joy, but her niece, Sandi is my dearest friend. I know how much she was so loved. I am very saddened to hear the news. Our thoughts are with you all. Diane Karagory
Paul & Joan Croteau
July 16, 2013
Joy's smile will always remind us of what a truly wonderful person she was. Her love of family both her own and St. Peter's will be a memory we will always cherish. She is truly one of God's own, and we will miss her.
DONNA MILLER
July 16, 2013
Dawn and Family
It will be the little things
that you will remember,
the quiet moments,
the smiles, the laughter.
And although it may seem
hard right now,
it will be the memories
of these little things
that help to push
away the pain
and bring the smiles
back again.
I love you
Frank Toth
July 15, 2013
Sorry for your loss... My thoughts are with you...
July 15, 2013
Joy was one of the sweetest women I have ever met. She had a smile that would light up the room and even if you where in a bad mood that smile could turn your whole day around. I enjoyed many good times with Joy especially at our many concerts. RIP my sweet friend - I know you are at peace and no more suffering !! Until we meet again - To the entire Dubail family - You are in are thoughts and prayers -Much Love Aimee and Jason Chase
Susan Gainoutdinov
July 15, 2013
So deeply saddened to hear Joy had passed. May the love and happiness she shared with all bring comfort in the days ahead.
Melissa Lovequist (Frkanec)
July 15, 2013
To Dawn and the entire Dubail family, our sincere condolances.
July 15, 2013
so sorry to hear of Joy's passing. We worked together at Ct. National Bank in 1960. We had some very good times together. I met her again in Monroe when I lived there too. She was a wonderful happy person that I was blessed to know. sincere sympathy Sandra Suffredini
July 15, 2013
Our deepest sympathy to the DuBail Family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
The Topping Family
July 15, 2013
July 15, 2013
Mark and the Dubail Family
We are so Sorry to hear about the loss of your mother. Our thoughts are with you and hopefully time will heal the sorrow you feel today.
Mark and Carol Berger
Laura Lee Klittnick
July 15, 2013
Deepest sympathies to your family, your mom always had the warmest smile. I have lovely memories of her at St Peter's.
Lu and Larry Reed
July 15, 2013
Dear Arnold, Mark, Chris, and Dawn,
Our sympathies go out to you and your family at this sad time. Take comfort in your memories of Joy and know that, in time, those memories are the things that will make you smile. God bless and comfort you.
Mickie & Bob Comers
July 15, 2013
It is with a heavy heart that we send our Sincere Condolences to Joy's family. Losing another classmate is very sad.
Mickie & Bob Comers....AWHS Class of 1959
July 15, 2013
Dear Arnold, Mark, Chris, and Dawn,
Our sympathies are with you and your family at this sad time. Take comfort in your memories of Joy and know that, in time, those memories are the things that will make you smile. God bless and comfort you.
Lu and Larry Reed Shelton, CT
Tom & Cindy Zultowski
July 15, 2013
We are sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Gwen Rice
July 15, 2013
Thoughts and prayers to your family at this difficult time. She was a wonderful woman and a blessing to all who had the opportunity to know her.
Ron Edwards
July 15, 2013
"Thoughts and Prayers" to the DuBail Family....
Barbara Beard
July 15, 2013
Our deepest sympathy. May you feel God's love and presence as you grieve. The Beard Family
Robynne Wildman
July 15, 2013
Mark, Chris, Dawn and family - my heart goes out to you in your time of sorrow. I hope your many happy memories bring you some comfort.
Your mom truly was a 'Joy' and I am glad I knew her.
David (Teapot) Papcin
July 15, 2013
Dawn & The DuBail Family:
I am so sorry too hear of the passing of Joy, my deepest condolences to you all in this time of sorrow. I always remembered her as caring, loving and beautiful women.
May you all find comfort in the memories you treasure now and forever.
Lois & Bill Hayden
July 15, 2013
Joy brought joy to everyone who knew her. She was a very special person to her husband, children, extended families and friends. We will all miss her and wish to extend our prayers and sympathy to each family member. May GOD comfort you in the loss of your loved one.
Gerri Bucci Keating
July 15, 2013
Dawn and Family,
Words cannot express how sorry I am for your loss. I always remember your mother as a kind and gentle soul. You and you family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Sharron and Norm Mercier
July 15, 2013
Dear Arnold and Family, please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family now as you live through this difficult time. May you find comfort in knowing that your loved one lives on each day in so many beautiful ways. Norm and Sharron Mercier
John Laughlin
July 15, 2013
Wendy Jolls
July 15, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Joy was an amazing person and Feel blessed to have known her.
Susan Brooks
July 15, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers are with the DuBail family. So sorry for your loss.
The Mackey Family
July 14, 2013
The Dubail and Bond Families,
Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss…our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Cathy Toothill
July 14, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with Joy's family and friends. She was a very great lady who will be mourned by all who have had the pleasure of knowing her. I am sure she rests now in the presence of the Lord. "Well done good and faithful servant."
The Staff of Spadaccino Funeral Home
July 15, 2013
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
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