Joyce Smith DuBose

1928 ∼ 2017

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Joyce Smith DuBose, 88, Beauxart Gardens, passed away Tuesday, August 1, 2017 at Oak Grove Nursing Home in Groves. Mrs. DuBose was born November 10, 1928 in Angelina County to the late John Smith and Maude Sellars Smith. Mrs. DuBose worked as a secretary for the Bald Hill Baptist Church in Lufkin, also a church secretary and member of Calvary Baptist Church in Nederland.

Mrs. DuBose is survived by her daughters, Karen DuBose Murph and her husband, Dennis of Needville and Marla DuBose Simmons and her husband, Carlton of Beauxart Gardens; Her son Randy Ray DuBose and his wife, Kim of Lufkin; her sister, Rita Beth Johnson of Houston; sister-in-law, Patty DuBose of Lufkin; grandchildren, Amy Blount and husband, Brandon, Joy Bouget and husband, James, Melanie Bell and husband, Lucas, Leigh Moore and husband, Joseph, Vicki Norman and husband, Dan, Marissa DuBose, Shelby DuBose, Chad Simmons, Alettra Simmons; great grandchildren, Mexia Blount, Garrett Blount, Marshall Lange, Kingston Bouget, Griffin Bouget, Marlie Bell, Bradlie Bell, Madison Moore, Eli Moore, one on the way from the Norman family, Brett Hudson and Camdyn Simmons. She is preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Billy Ray DuBose and her brothers, Glenn Smith and C.A. Smith.

A gathering of the family and friends will be from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Thursday, August 3, 2017 at Melancon’s Funeral Home. Services for Mrs. DuBose will be at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, August 4, 2017 at Melancon’s Funeral in Nederland with Rev. Donald Bean officiating. The graveside services will be on the same day at 3:00 p.m. at Garden of Memories Memorial Park Cemetery in Lufkin with Bro. Roger Fancher officiating.

In lieu of flowers your memorial contribution can be made to Calvary Baptist Church located at 2515 Canal Avenue, Nederland, TX 77627, Bald Hill Baptist Church located at 128 Leon Tillman Road, Lufkin, TX 75901 and Oak Grove Nursing Home located at 6230 Warren Street, Groves, TX 77619.

The family wishes to express their deep appreciation and thanks to the staff of Oak Grove Nursing Home in Groves, for the wonderful loving care they gave to Mrs. DuBose.

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Elisa Dubose Looney August 3, 2017

It is so easy to see why Uncle Bill fell in love with her - my Aunt Joyce was a beautiful lady, inside and out. When I was young, I remember visiting Marla during the summers and one of my best memories is that she would always ask if we had brushed our teeth and she would then kiss all of us goodnight. Just a small thing, but it made me feel so loved. She probably wanted to make sure we brushed after eating all those yummy sweets she was famous for! In later years, I remember calling one night to wish Uncle Bill happy birthday and afterwards Aunt Joyce and I talked for over an hour, just sharing stories and catching up. I will always cherish that. Elisa DuBose Looney - niece

Marilyn And Leroy Stavinoha August 2, 2017

Karen, Denise, and family,Our heartfelt sympathy. May God bless you and surround you with His comfort and peace.Marilyn and Leroy Stavinoha

Sharon Bruce August 2, 2017

In my tribute to Joyce, I credited her with sewing for me. In fact,Aunt Maude sewed. Your mother baked.

Sharon Bruce August 2, 2017

Joyce was the loveliest cousin a girl could have. I always treasured the clothes she made for me as well as the beautifully smocked baby dress for Shelley. Shelley saved he dress, and both of her baby girls had pictures made in it. Visiting with her and Billy was a pleasure. From those visits Billy gave Vic his domino templet that Vic has used to make many sets of dominoes. Such good memories of such good people. Our thoughts are with you.

Lavonne Schneider August 2, 2017

My deepest sympathy. I am so sorry for the loss of you mother. Sending hugs and prayers for your comfort. Share the memories you have of her with each other to help you through the difficult days ahead and find peace in knowing you will see her again. LaVonne Schneider ( former neighbor of Karen and Dennis)

Melancon'S Funeral Home August 2, 2017

Melancon's Funeral Home created a Tribute Video in memory of Joyce Smith DuBose

Kay Ferguson August 2, 2017

When Jim and I moved to Texas for a job, Joyce was the first person to come with a large dish of goodies to welcome us. She and grannie were my best friends along with all at Calvary Baptst church. Joyce and Billy were always there to help even though we've been gone for many years my ties with the family has remained strong. Randy means the world to me and his family. Amy and the rest of the family are in my thoughts and prayers. Praise God! She is free at last! Celebrating her eternal life with our Lord and Savior JESUS. Our love and prayer are there in spirit. Kay Ferguson.

Betty Davidson August 2, 2017

Betty Davidson lit a candle in memory of Joyce Smith DuBose

Becky Tabor August 2, 2017

I am honored I got to visit this precious soul prior to her falling ill. She really enjoyed the visit showing us her room and many things she made in the past. She liked her sweets so I had brought her some homemade cinnamon rolls that I understand she really like she is in Jesus' hands and is being well taken care of. Thank you Lord for our Salvation