Joy Hartung Gimble

Her name says it all, Joy brought happiness and kindness to all who had the pleasure of being around her. It did not matter where you came from, what you were doing, or where you were headed, you had a friend in Joy Hartung Gimble. In the best of times and in the worst of times, you knew you could confide in Joy if you needed someone to be on your side. She was also never one to shy away from having fun. Joy was always the first one out on the dance floor, and she'd always make sure you were the second.
I know what we are all thinking, selfishly, we wish we had one more laugh, one more heartfelt chat, one more spirited and joyful dance. Friends and family are blessed to have shared in Joy's life.
Joy was a staple in the South Padre Island real estate community and remained passionate and driven throughout the entirety of her career. She loved getting out on the water and catching some fish with her brothers Skipper Ray and Bryan Ray, and son Jeff Hartung. How lucky to have so many expert fishermen in the family!
So many people never knew the pain she was feeling during her last months on this earth. She was able to smile, be kind, and be there for other people despite how she was feeling. Throughout her life, Joy continuously demonstrated this extraordinary strength and resilience, all while being the best friend and pillar of support for others in her life.
Joy Patricia Hartung Gimble passed away September 11th, 2024, at the age of 62. Joy was born January 13th, 1962, in Port Isabel, Texas to Joy and Jerry Ray.
The youngest of five children, Joy spent her childhood in Port Isabel, Texas, where she discovered her love of island life. Joy married her high school sweetheart, Jeffrey, and to this marriage two sons were born, Jeff and Josh. Joy reunited with an old friend, and discovered true love with Brent Gimble. Soon after their rekindled romance, they married and moved to Lindale, Texas.
To honor Joy, throw on some happy music, like George Strait, Jimmy Buffett, or Three Dog Night ("Joy to the World"). No matter where you are, get up and dance like noone's watching, because she will be!
Joy is preceded in death by her parents, Jarrett Manning Ray and Joy Patricia Mahurin; grandparents, Captain Wiley Mahurin, Selma Long Mahurin, Joseph C. Ray, and Daisy Ray, and brother Skipper Ray.
Left to cherish her memories are her husband, Brent Gimble; children, Jeff Hartung and daughter-in-law Amber Hartung, Josh Hartung; siblings, Bryan D. Ray and Roxanne Ray, Wiley J. Seaton, and Jason P. Ray, sister-in-law India Bowles; grandson, Travis Hartung, and grandpup Rigsy Mae Hartung.
Joy's family will be receiving visitors from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, September 29th, 2024, with a Celebration of Life to follow at 2:00 p.m. at Chapel by the Sea, 33425 State Park Rd 100, South Padre Island, TX 78597. Service will be livestreamed on the following sites: https://www.chapelbytheseaspi.com/ or https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmisQLGtl5w4IK-MwTvCbcw.
Please wear tropical and colorful attire in honor of Joy's vibrant spirit and style. No black.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Friends of Animal Rescue, 4908 Padre Blvd, South Padre Island TX 78597. https://www.spifriendsofanimalrescue.com
Visitation
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Sunday, September 29th, 2024
Chapel by the Sea
33425 State Park Rd. 100
South Padre Island, Texas, United States
Celebration of Life
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Sunday, September 29th, 2024
Chapel by the Sea
33425 State Park Rd. 100
South Padre Island, Texas, United States
Departure at Sea to Follow