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Joy Minnix LUBBOCK-Alice Joyce Joy Minnix was born May 24, 1929, in Dawson County, TX, to Thelma and Joe Greene. Joy was deeply loved, respected, and cherished by each of her surviving family members and will be greatly missed by her daughter, Melody Moore and husband Sam; son, Tim Minnix and wife Connie; daughter-in-law, Mary McDonough and husband Tim; grandchildren, Russ and Candace Moore, Kimberly and Dewayne Poehl, Jason and Gena Minnix, Bonnie Minnix, Daniel Minnix, Megan Minnix, Melissa Minnix, Miranda and Jon Willey; and 14 great-grandchildren; and her special lifelong friends, the Snodgrass families. She was preceded in death by her loving husband, James Bill Minnix; her beloved son, Jim Minnix; her parents, Thelma and Joe Greene; her mother-in-law and best friend, Iva Minnix; her brother, Van Greene; and her sister, Marjorie Coffman. Joy truly loved and honored God by the way she lived her life. She met the love of her life, Bill, whom she married on April 20, 1947. They enjoyed 67 years together. She was a helpmate and partner in life with her sweetheart Bill. They farmed in Dell City, TX until 1964. They spent six years in Rogersville, MO, raising dairy and beef cattle before returning to Texas and settling in Lubbock in 1969. They built homes until 1983 when they retired. She helped start a worship service at the Elmbrook Estates Assisted Living Community. She continued to assist with this service until she passed away. Joy was a mentor to many by her example and wise counsel. She was astute in business. She honored, loved and served her husband and family. A visitation will be held at Lake Ridge Chapel and Memorial Designers, 6025 82nd St. on Nov. 24, 2014, from 6 to 8 p.m. Services will be held at Monterey Church of Christ, 6111 82nd St. on Nov. 25, 2014, at 2 p.m. followed by burial at Resthaven Memorial Park, 5740 19th St. Joy lived life to the full by her devotion to God, family, and friends. She will be greatly missed! The family suggests memorials be made to the Hospice of Lubbock, or Heartbeat, P.O. Box 470. Norwich, Vermont 05055.

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Published by Lubbock Avalanche-Journal on Nov. 24, 2014.

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October 10, 2015

I am a decedent of Leila Mccright and have been in contact with donna pardue , I'm sorry about your loss as I know how I miss my mom. would u please call me at 5804833282. I have visited the graves of mccrights & haven't found any kinfolk until now, I would love to hear from some of your family. thank you so much Barbara

LINDSAY SNODGRASS

November 26, 2014

WE LOST A GREAT PERSON THAT WE WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER

Sonja Gotcher

November 25, 2014

Your precious family has been a wonderful example to so many. Your precious mother was beautiful inside and out. What a beautiful legacy to carry on.

Charlene Ashey

November 25, 2014

My deepest condolences to the Minnix family during your time of sorrow. Although I only knew your mother for a few visits she was very kind; a warm and welcoming woman. You are blessed and I am sure she will be missed very much.

Clara Ellison

November 25, 2014

Joy shared her love with all. I will never forget how sweet she was to my Mama. She made her feel so special. My sons also felt her love for them. She was a grand lady!

Steven & Alexis Coffman

November 24, 2014

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

November 24, 2014

Our Condolences, Ronnie and Virginia Dulin

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