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Joy Jasper Obituary
Joy Shavon Jasper
On Saturday, June 27, 2009, the Lord, our Savior took home Joy Shavon Jasper, our daughter, sister, niece, granddaughter, cousin and friend, to be with Him.
To us, Joy had just begun her life, but God has a place for her to serve under Him to do His work.
Joy was following a great path inspired by people who loved her unconditionally.
She graduated from Louisa County High School in 2007. Shortly after, she attended Piedmont Virginia Community College pursuing a nursing degree. She was employed as a CNA by Americare Plus in Orange.
Joy was a beautiful, determined, goal oriented young woman who did not hesitate to help or assist any and everyone who crossed her path.
She was preceded in death by a brother, Elijah Jackson; grandfather, Elias Jackson; and step grandfather, Walter Henson III.
Joy leaves here on earth to keep her memory alive, mother and stepfather, Delores and James Walton; father and stepmother, James and Crystal Jackson; sisters, Tyra Walton and Alyssa Jackson; brothers, Tyler Walton and Kenneth Jackson; grandparents, Shirley Jasper, Ernestine Jackson, John Jones and Terry Jones; step grandparents, Scott and Brenda Walton; aunts, Peggy Jasper, Lacresha Henson, Vivian Jackson and Marquerite Jackson; uncles, Ron, Tron and Keith Jasper; best friends and cousins, Latasha and Brittany Jasper, Kissie and LaDietra Jackson; as well as a host of other family members and friends that will greatly miss her and love her forever.
The family would like to thank everyone for their gratitude, generosity and sympathy through this painful time. We all know Joy was just that, a joy to know and love. She may not be here with us physically, but she will always be forever in our hearts and memories bringing a smile to our faces, just as she did during the time she was on loan to us by God.
Funeral services will be held 4 p.m. Friday, July 3, 2009, at First Baptist Church, 102 Meadow Avenue, Louisa, VA 23093, with the Reverend Thomas J. Wooden Jr. officiating. Interment will be at the Spring Grove Memorial Cemetery in Mineral.
Thomasson Watson Funeral Service Inc., of Louisa, is handling the arrangements.
Condolences may be offered to the family at www.ddwatsonmortician.com
This obituary was originally published in the Daily Progress.
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VITA JOHNSON
August 25, 2009
HEY JOY JUST LETTIN U KNOW UR STILL HERE WIT US ..... UR NAME SAY'S IT ALL JOY WE MISS THAT SMILE U HAD JUST OPEN EVERY ONES EYES WE MISS U SOOO MUCH ... WE WILL SEE U SOON LOVE FOR EVER .....
kissie jackson
July 24, 2009
joy i never new that you would leave me like this. but I cant control what God has planned. Even tho I know you are in a better place, I still cant belive that you are gone. I think about you always and I WILL NEVER FOR GET YOU...i think God for sending you to me for those wonderful years. but until we meet again I LOVE YOU p.s i passed my CNA class i know you would be proud now I just gotta get ready 4 the state test. Once again LOVE YOU N C U SOON
Crystal Spradlin
July 12, 2009
Joy, you are a very beautiful and bright yoing lady. I wish I had got to know you better because you are a great person. Dee, I dont think I have met you but I am Sandra's daughter, I wish you all the best. Rest in peace!
Sandra Spradlin
July 12, 2009
I miss you very much Joy. We all love and miss you! Rest in peace
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daija houchens
July 7, 2009
my friend left me i will always miss u joy love u. u will alway b with me everyday
Taneika Houchens
July 7, 2009
WOW! Cant believe she is gone. God always take the best
Thelma, Ada & Courtney
July 2, 2009
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2009
Kelly Tyree
July 2, 2009
Buck...I'm sorry for your loss. God chose one of his beautiful flowers to be with him in heaven. You and your family are in my prayers.
Keisha Winn
July 2, 2009
Buck and Dee I am soo sorry for your loss. Joy was such a beautiful young lady, you too must be proud of her time here. She is in a far better place. You and yours are in my prayers and may God be with you in this time of hurt. Sincerely,
Heather Nunnally
July 2, 2009
Wow...I am so sorry to hear about Joy. I went to school with her thoughout middle and high school. We will miss her so much. I will always remember the times when her and my best friend Tara would jokingly argue and tease each other. She was a smart and beautiful girl and we all will miss her ever so much!
We will see you again someday!
Norma Jacobs
July 2, 2009
Johnny Buck and Crissy, I am so sorry to hear about your loss I know your hearts are breaking. I don't think I ever met Joy but I know this is a difficult time for you and your family. I will keep you in my thoughts. Joy was a very pretty young lady!!!!!
Kari Parker
July 2, 2009
What a beautiful young woman, May God comfort her family.......
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