She was the widow of William Claude Meadows, a homemaker and member of First Christian Church in Alvin, TX. She loved her church and loved singing in the choir. She was most happy when she was in her kitchen cooking for her family and friends. Joy was a chorus girl entertaining the British Troops during World War II. She was also preceded in death by two brothers, Norman Grist and Michael Grist.
Survivors include her two daughters, Pamela Webb and husband, Ronald of Watertown, CT and Penny Rosegrant and husband, Robert of Monticello; five grandchildren, Tracy Lindsey and husband Kevin of Monticello, Nicola Erpelding and husband, Douglas of Parker, CO, Michael Rosegrant and wife, Holly of Monticello, January Giudice and husband, James of Newington, CT, Aryn Clarke and husband, James of Charlton, MA; twelve great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.
Condolences(20)
R. Pettigrew
, CO Monday, September 9, 2013 With our deepest condolences.John 11: 1-44
Judy Selig
Monticello, AR Sunday, August 11, 2013 Sorry for your loss. Mrs. Meadows was truly a JOY. I know I speak for others when I say she will be missed by members of the First Presbyterian Church, where she sang in the choir. Take comfort in knowing she's singing in the greatest choir now.Barbara Milburn
, AR Friday, August 9, 2013 I am so sorry to hear of your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.Peggy Krampota
Alvin, TX Thursday, August 8, 2013 Joy's numerous friends here in Alvin, Texas and in her home church, First Christian, are mourning with you. What a very special lady whom we have missed. Greatful to God for her many years of love, dedication, friendship and pure "Joy" she brought to all of us here. Look forward to being with you, our dear Joy, "one sweet day"! Blessings to her precious Penny, Pam and family. We love you!Pam Leeper
Monticello,, AR Thursday, August 8, 2013 Penny,My prayers are with you, your sister and your families during this time. God bless you all.
Ruth Calloway
Grady, AR Wednesday, August 7, 2013 Penny: So sorry to learn of your mother's passing. I know how close you were.Jean Slate
Alvin, TX Wednesday, August 7, 2013 Joy was a very special person to me. So many memories of our time together in Alvin. Gods blessings on all of her family.Sibyl Hering
Alvin, TX Wednesday, August 7, 2013 I have so many happy memories of Joy and myself over all the years she lived here.Susan Cossey
Monticello, AR Wednesday, August 7, 2013 Mrs. Joy was the sweetest lady. It was wonderful having her as part of the choir at First Presbyterian. May God give you strength and your happy memories of her help during this time.Leta Taylor
Monticello, AR Wednesday, August 7, 2013 So sorry for you and others who will miss her presence, but happy for her to be standing in God's presence.Anita Everett
Monticello, AR Wednesday, August 7, 2013 so sorry for the family's loss she was a sweet ladyShirley Anne Threet
, TX Wednesday, August 7, 2013 Dearest Penny & Pam & all granchildren, our condolences go out to you this day. May the Lord Bless & Keep you all & give you Peace & Comfort. We're very saddened over loosing Aunt Joy, ther was no one like her. I have very fond memories that I will always treasure of her & all of your family. Love, Shirley Anne & Bobby ThreetMarty Gassaway
Little Rock, AR Tuesday, August 6, 2013 Penny and Pam, my deepest sympathies to you and to your families. Your lovely Mother fought a valiant fight and has gone to receive her rewards. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Love, MartyMarilyn Hooks
Little Rock, AR Tuesday, August 6, 2013 Penny. I'm so sorry to hear about your Mom. Bless her sweet heart.I will keep you and your family in my prayers.
Love you
Marilyn
linda funderburg
monticello, AR Tuesday, August 6, 2013 so sorry to hear about ms. joy's death i enjoyed her when i would visit at the guest housePat Savage Montgomery
Monticello, AR Tuesday, August 6, 2013 Penny,I'm so sorry to hear about your mom. I remember good stories you shared about her. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Please let me know if I can do anything.
Wanda Crockett
Wilmar, AR Tuesday, August 6, 2013 Penny,I've been praying for you and your Mom. Know you have many wonderful memories and a lot of joy to fill this new empty space in your life. Will continue to pray for you and your family. Love and hugs to you.
Wanda White Crockett
Terry Hunter
Searcy, AR Tuesday, August 6, 2013 Penny, I am so sorry for your loss. May God comfort you during this time.anita everett
, TX Tuesday, August 6, 2013 this sweet lady will be missed so much she brought many smiles and laughter into my life just the short time i got to be around her she was a very dear ladyClara Cater
Monticello, AR Tuesday, August 6, 2013 We are so sorry to hear about Mrs. Meadows, she was a sweet and loving lady. Everyone here at The Guesthouse loved her and we enjoyed taking care of her while she lived here. Penny you and your family are in our prayers and thoughts.