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1939
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2012
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Joy Cathey Obituary
Joy Cathey, age 72 of Clarksville, died on Wednesday, May 23, 2012 at Gateway Medical Center.
She was born on June 21, 1939 in Farmerville, LA to the late Arthur and Viola Kennedy.
Memorial service will be held Saturday, May 26, 2012 at 10 a.m. at Hilldale Church of Christ with Brother Steve Kirby officiating. Funeral service will be held on Sunday, May 27, 2012 at 2 p.m. at Farmerville Church of Christ and Graveside service in Shreveport, LA on Tuesday, May 29, 2012 with Brother Eddie Albritton officiating.
Joy was a dedicated Christian all of her life, serving God. She was an educator, mom, grandmother (Nonee) and wife. As an educator for 40 years, she served as a teacher, counselor and principal. Her education awards included three National Blue Ribbons for Valley Creek Elementary in McKinney, Texas. She also served as a judge for the National Blue Ribbon Committee.
Survivors include her husband, L.C. Cathey of Clarksville, TN and sister Pat (Eddie) Albritton of Bossier City, Louisiana, sons Creighton (Kelly) Cathey of Bossier City, Louisiana and Casey (Karley) Cathey of Maumelle, Arkansas. Grandchildren, Cody Cathey, Kaleigh Cathey, Laura Cathey, and Hudson Cathey.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Clarksville Christian School, 505 Highway 76, Clarksville, TN 37043. Arrangements entrusted to Neal-Tarpley-Parchman Funeral Home, 1510 madison Street, Clarksville, TN 37040. On-line condolences may be made at www.neal-tarpley.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Joy Cathey
Karen & Fred Green
June 3, 2012
LC and Family: Kathe just told me of the loss of Joy. Through all your emails, I had no idea she was even sick. We are so very sorry, at least we know she is at a huge family reunion with our Lord and family members. Our prayers are with you and the family as the hole in your hearts are filled with only the good memories. God and our love to all of you,
Kathe Newsome
June 3, 2012
L.C. and family, I'm so sorry to hear about Joy. I was out of town at the time of the services or I would have been there. Thinking about you all.
Kathe Cathey Newsome
Dana Peterson
May 31, 2012
We am very sorry for the loss of such a beautiful and sweet christian woman, yet comforted by the fact that another angel now sings and dances in Heaven. L.C., our deepest prayers are with you. Be comforted knowing that one day Joy will embrace you again...we love you, Dad.
Dana, Mazyn and Greg
John Escude
May 28, 2012
L.C.
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
May 28, 2012
L.C. & Family:
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in the loss of Joy.
Reggie & Judy Reynolds
Searcy, AR
Kim Gantt Mann
May 28, 2012
I knew this sweet lady many many years ago. Her advice to me in high school, LHS '81, was always perfect, whether I wanted to hear it or not. Your family is in my prayers.
Kathy Ferguson Hurd
May 27, 2012
To the family of Mrs. Cathey. I was so saddened to here of your loss. She was my 6th grade teacher at Hillsdale in Shreveport in 1965. Even though it has been many years, she has always been my favorite teacher. I remember her kindness and I always thought she was so beautiful. She touched my life in a special way, and I am sure many other children can say the same thing about her. After reading her obituary, I see that she was still the same wonderful lady I remembered from my childhood. I pray that your sweet memories of her and the memories of others who's lives she touched, will help you through the days ahead.
Jackie Hancock
May 25, 2012
Joy, you were an inspiration to me in growing up along side Patsy. She will greatly miss you, but knows you are with the Lord and your parents now.
Ann Harris
May 25, 2012
L. C.
I will always cherish those memories of our shared trip to the Holy Lands. We had such good times, with laughter, and really beautiful and inspirational sites. Memories are what keeps our loved ones in our hearts and thoughts.
Much sympathy to you and your family.
God be with you at this time of loss.
Phil Burkhart
May 25, 2012
Mr L.C.,
Hunter and I are so sorry for your loss. Mrs. Joy was a sweet Christian lady and a great supporter of Clarksville Christian School.
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