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Mavis Joy Drummond Obituary
Born in Boligee in 1939 to the late Elmer Irving and Annie Francis Sellers, she attended Greene County High School. On June 15, 1959, Joy married her high school sweetheart, Robert Wayne "Bobby" Drummond, who survives. She was the loving parent to four lucky children and the grandparent to six even luckier grandchildren. Joy retired from her position at Matthews Elementary School in 1994.
Joy was an active and much loved member of Five Points Baptist Church in Northport for 42 years. She was most noted and loved as a Sunday School teacher for multiple generations. She was also a Gideon.
Joy had numerous talents. She was a fabulous cook and baker. Joy enjoyed gardening, camping and spending time with her friends and family. She had a wonderful smile that could light up a room.
She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Robert "Robby" and Donna Drummond, Houston, Texas; daughter and son-in-law, Teresa and Farrell Rieger, Gadsden; daughter and son-in-law, Mechelle and Joey Massey, Coker; son and daughter-in-law, Nick and Pam Drummond, Northport; grandchildren, Katie and Rachel Drummond, Houston, Dax and Zane Massey, Coker, Leslie and Mitchell Drummond, Northport; brother, Ralph Sellers, Texas; sister, Sadie Robinson, Georgia; 22 nieces and nephews.
Memorial gifts may be made to The University of Texas, MD Anderson Cancer Center, P.O. Box 4486, Houston, TX 77210-4486, or via [email protected] or to Five Points Baptist Church, 3718 36th St., Northport, 35473.
The family is so very appreciative of your prayers and dedicated support.
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December 25, 2010
May God get you through this season. I love Joy she was never to busy to talk to you and came to every family gathering that we could get up. You children you had a Gold Piece in your mom. I hope my children will say and mean it what you children did of your mom. We will be praying for you all. Ann Mize Eutaw, Al.
Jeanette Drummond Phillips
December 22, 2010
I have always thought Joy was a wonderful example of what a true Christian should be. She lived her faith! There is a saying attributed to Benjamin Franklin after he repented, "I will speak ill of no man and all the good I know of everyone." Joy lived that quote! She always found the good in everyone. Mama loved her too. Many years ago Mama went to a yard sale at the home of one of the "moneyed families" in our town. She bought a pure Irish linen tablecloth. After Mama laundered it she showed it to me. I wanted the beautiful linen tablecloth. Mama said, "I'm giving it to Joy." I said, "But I'm your daughter. You should give it to me." Mama answered, "Joy's my daughter too and I'm giving it to Joy." I couldn't refute that. Joy got the tablecloth! Smile. Smile. I loved Joy dearly. I know she's in Heaven.
Teresa Shew
December 22, 2010
My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. Cherish your memories.
December 22, 2010
Teresa,
I'm so sorry to hear about your Mom. Although I did not know her I do know that she has a terrific daughter. You and our family with be in our prayers during this difficult time. We love you and Farrell.
Bill and Bobbie Monk
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December 22, 2010
OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOUR FAMILY TODAY!! RONALD, SUE(CHANNELL), BRIAN, KACI ANDERS
SUE ANDERS
December 22, 2010
OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOUR FAMILY TODAY! RONNIE, SUE(CHANNELL), BRIAN, AND KACI ANDERS
Darren Beams
December 21, 2010
Bobby,
We pray that God lifts you, and your family up and provides you with Peace in this time of loss. Joy was a very Special Friend to Mother, and You Both have been in Mother's prayers since Joy has been ill.
God Bless You
Darren Beams and Family
Monty and Tina Montgomery
December 21, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We feel the pain and sadness of your loss and also celebrate heaven's gain. Cherish your memories.
Jodi Wilson
December 21, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you Robby, Mechelle, Teresa, and Nick and with your families. You have a wonderful legacy left to you by Aunt Joy. She was a true inspiration to me during her life and her goodness will live on in you and your children. She was a precious soul.
dorothy Calhoun
December 21, 2010
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Sandi Baker
December 21, 2010
There is a hole in my heart over your Mother's loss, but I know there is another angel in Heaven today. My prayers and thoughts go to those loved ones she's left behind. Sandi Baker ( Franklinton, N.C.)
Ben Davis
December 21, 2010
Our family prayers go out to the entire family that we love so much. We will miss you Mrs. Drummomd
Dean and Kay Vaughn
December 21, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during your time of grief. May your wonderful memories bring you peace and comfort.
Love,
Dean and Kay Vaughn
Wayne Finger
December 21, 2010
My prayers go out to the entire family, may God be with all of you doing this time of loss.
Dennis and Pat Henderson
December 21, 2010
When I look at your mom's loving smile I see you. Although I didn't know her I know she leaves a great legacy and that she must have been so proud of her children and grandchildren. I pray that you will be comforted by wonderful memories and that God's grace will sustain you during this time. We love you!
December 21, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers our with your family. Your mom was such a sweet person.
Annette Aloisio Maxwell, Northport, Alabama
Nancy Perry
December 21, 2010
May God strength and the Hope of the gathering together sustain you during this time; my thoughts and prayers are with you, especially during this time. God Bless you.
Betty Hamilton
December 21, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are for you during this most difficult time. Joy was a joy to know and her smile could lift one's spirit on the gloomest day. May those memories comfort you.
SCOTT JONES
December 21, 2010
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
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