"Pat and I loved Joy. We met her through line dancing. When we were just learning we always stood behind Joy because she never missed a step. She was very patient and kind. We greatly respected Joy for her sweet soul. We pray we will dance with her again in the world to come."
In loving memory of
Joy E. Davis
June 14, 1944 - December 2, 2022
Joy E. Davis, 78, passed away at her Washington residence in the early morning hours of December 2, 2022. She was born June 14, 1944, in Washington to Harry T. and Grace (Bannister) Wilson.
Joy was a graduate of Washington High School and was last employed at NASCO where she was a seamstress. She loved country line dancing and went dancing every Friday night. Joy was an avid Waylon Jennings fan - Waylon gave her a permanent backstage pass to all his shows. She had a large a country record collection mostly featuring her favorite singer, Waylon Jennings.
Those who now mourn Joy's passing include her daughters: Monica (Dewey) Brown of Brownsburg, Barb Stovall of New Albany, and Crystal Wade of Jeffersonville. She was blessed with six grandchildren: Jessica Davis, Ashley Stovall, Amber Robbins, Draven Butcher, Mya Butcher and Hayden Wade; and six great-grandchildren.
During her life, Joy knew the sorrow that comes with loss with the passing of her parents, Harry and Grace Wilson as well as five brothers and three sisters.
There will be no services.
Condolences may be sent to the family online at www.edleemortuary.com
The staff of the Ed Lee Mortuary is honored to have been entrusted with arrangements for Joy Davis.
Tributes
"I'm so sorry for your loss, Joy and I worked together for years. She was a sweet lady and friend. PRAYERS to you all."
"So sorry for the loss of joy ,love Rhonda Dillon "
"Sorry for your loss, I lost my mom November 15 2022. I absolutely loved line dancing with her. Sherry ( Wade) Giese"
"I?m so sorry for the loss of your beautiful mom. She was one of the sweetest people I?ve ever known. We used to have alot of fun together. ???? for her family."