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Nancy Blevins Obituary
URBANA - Nancy Joyce "Joy" (Thornburg) Blevins of Urbana passed into the arms of Jesus on Thursday, January 30, 2020 at Springfield Regional Hospital. She was born on December 25, 1954 in Urbana. Joy was a devoted wife and mother, and very active at Renewed Strength Church where she was the pastor's secretary. Joy loved to welcome and encourage others everywhere she went. Joy was 65. She is survived by her husband Bruce Blevins, whom she married on March 1, 1975. She is also survived by her daughters Charity (Caleb) Ford of Rosewood and Andrea (Michael) Marsh of Neenah, Wisconsin; her granddaughters Rebecca Marsh, Emma Marsh, Annabel Marsh, and Aria Ford; her parents Charlie and Jeanette (Ervin) Thornburg; her siblings Cindy Cozad, Gary Thornburg, Jeff Thornburg and Steve (Denise) Thornburg; her brother-in-law Tim (Robin) Tester; her sister-in-law Cindy (Tom) Fisher; and many nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews.
A Celebration Service for Joy's life will be held on Thursday, February 6, 2020 at Renewed Strength Church, 4194 US-36, Westville, OH. Viewing is 5-7 p.m.; service is at 7 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family would like memorial contributions to go to Renewed Strength Church Mission's Fund or to the funeral home. In addition the family requests cheerful clothing be worn to Joy's service.
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Vicki, Joe, and Brianna Auldridge
February 7, 2020
Bruce and family so very sorry for your loss. I am truly thankful to have known Joy and your family. I'm sure you have many special memories in your hearts. We will always remember Joy's beautiful smile!
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Teah Bishop
February 4, 2020
Dear Bruce and family. God only knows how greatful I am that we saw each other that day in walmart. You and Joy always held a special place in my heart. Bruce you are in my prayers and I will make only joyful noise for Joy. I know she is even happier now than she was here. God Bless you all.
Vicki Rogan and family
February 4, 2020
Dear Bruce and girls,
I'm so sorry to hear about Joy. Such a good woman. Always had a smile. May God be with you all at this most difficult time. Heaven gained an Angel that was a good and faithful servant. Remember the good times,I'm sure there's plenty.
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