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Joy Whitney Obituary
Born September 29, 1938 in Everett, WA to Harold and Mildred Jacobsen, Joy B. Whitney went peacefully to be with her Lord and Savior on Tuesday, May 23, 2023 in Spokane Valley, WA. In 1956 after graduating from Everett High School, Joy went to work at Simpson Paper Company. During this time, she met the love of her life, Roy, on a blind date, and they were married in 1958.
She worked at Simpson Paper Company until she became pregnant, becoming a stay-at-home Mom and raising her four boys. Vacations were often spent camping and Saturdays were spent at the ball fields watching her boys participate in sports. When Roy retired, they moved to Spokane, Washington where they lived the rest of their lives.
Joy loved the Lord. Throughout their lives Joy and Roy attended several different churches, of which Joy was very involved in several ministries. She and Roy taught classes and formed prayer groups that provided everyone with strength and encouragement. Joy was a member of the churches quilting group, donating many quilts for special causes. Joy also enjoyed needlepoint, sewing and stamp collecting was a favorite among her hobbies.
Joy was preceded in death by her husband of 63 years, Roy; parents Herold and Mildred; sister, Audrey; brother, Ron; and her son, Steven. She is survived by her sister, Lana; daughter, Patti; three sons: Jeff (Ronnette), Brent and Darryl (Mary Lou); eight Grandchildren Jennifer, Jason, James, Claire, Justine, Mason, Michael, Mya and seven Great-grandchildren.
In Lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Union Gospel Mission of Spokane.
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Mary Pickering Scrivner
June 28, 2023
Joy was a wonderful mother in law and grandmother. She was devoted to her family and especially her grandchildren. I have many fond memories of her and know that the love she shared was a gift to all of us.
Sending all my love to her family.
Mary Pickering Scrivner
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Barb Ranstrom
June 14, 2023
Joy and I were friends for many years raising our children together at Silver Lake Chapel. We went camping every year at Pearrygin Lake by Winthrop. Our husband's Roy and Marv always competed to see who could catch the most fish! When Steven was born I worked in the Church Nursery and he called me the Cracker Lady for a few years because I always passed out out Soda Crackers! Our Sons Brent and Duane were in the same grade and were great friends. My Son Duane went to Heaven at age 45. So many happy memories together! Joy and Roy are both missed. Praying for all of their loved ones! Hugs and Love!
Jennifer
June 4, 2023
Love you grandma Whitney! Thank you for raising your family in the knowledge of the Lord so that we can one day see you again! Until then, say hi to those that went before - Uncle Steve and Grandpa! Love you <3
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