of Cabot, AR
May 9, 1937 - December 25, 2019
Joy May Sanders Huckaba, 82, died peacefully on Christmas Day, 2019, in Cabot, Arkansas, surrounded by her loved ones. Formerly of Mountain Home, Arkansas, Joy and her husband, Frank, raised their family there and were active in the local Mtn. Home community for over 50 years.
Joy was born in Flippin, Arkansas, on May 9, 1937, to Clifton ''Sap'' Sanders and Ivon M. Sanders. She graduated in 1955 from Flippin High School and was Class Valedictorian. In 1959, Joy graduated from the University of Arkansas with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Music Education. She taught music in Springdale, helping to support Frank while he completed law school. She continued her passion for music and education by teaching in Mtn. Home public schools, teaching private piano lessons, and by accompanying multiple church and school musical ensembles. Joy was blessed to be the church pianist for 35 years at First Baptist Church in Mtn. Home. She also loved being a bookkeeper for Dian's Dress Shop.
Joy met the love of her life, Frank, while they were students at the U of A. Married in 1959, she remained devoted to him the rest of her life. They were active in Baptist Student Union and huge Razorback fans. Frank and Joy were on the road often, traveling to support their children's and grandchildren's endeavors. The only thing more important to Joy than her family was her faith in God, as she trusted in Jesus as her Lord and Savior as a young girl.
Joy is survived by her husband of 60 years, Frank; her 3 children, Judge Sandy Huckabee (Holly), Missy Kjorvestad (Pete), and Judge Melanie Martin (David); grandchildren Marley, Lance, Micah, Natalie, Maggie and Katie, and two great-grandsons, Ethan and Sloan.
Visitation will be held at Roller Funeral Home, Mtn. Home, on Sunday, December 29, 2019, at 1:00 p.m., followed immediately by the celebration of Joy's life at 2:00 p.m. Interment will be in Mountain View Cemetery, Flippin, Arkansas. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial contributions be made to the Music Ministry of First Baptist Church, Mtn. Home.
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21 Condolence(s)
Letha Ott Mahan
Tuesday, December 31, 2019
Joy was truly that, a joy in my life. When I moved into town, i always looked forward to the time we spent during piano lessons. I am grateful to God for her testimony to my life. My prayers for comfort are lifted for all of her family. I know we rejoice in knowing we will see her again someday.
Marvina Carson/ First Security Bank
Monday, December 30, 2019
Frank,
I didn't know Joy personally but I am praying for you and your family during this difficult time. May the Lord give you comfort and lift you all up during this time.
Carolynn Rogers Dunlap
Monday, December 30, 2019
I was so sad to hear the news of Joy’s passing. I have many fond memories of her and Anita playing beautiful music every Sunday morning in church, and I was also blessed to have Joy play at my wedding. My prayers are with your family.
Jo Ann Roden
Sunday, December 29, 2019
I am thinking of your family. I am sorry for your loss. I care.
Norman and Margaret Mason
Sunday, December 29, 2019
The Huckaba Family has touched our lives in so many positive
ways. We are forever grateful for their influence. Our love and
prayers are ongoing.
Paula Roddy
Sunday, December 29, 2019
Sorry for your loss
A sweet lady she was
I remember the Huckaba's
when I lived n Mtn Home
Sincere thoughts
Paula Roddy
Tad Rogers
Saturday, December 28, 2019
Sherry and I are praying for you during this time. Joy will long be remembered as a faithful servant of First Baptist Church and Mountain Home.
Judith and Larry. Bearden
Saturday, December 28, 2019
Frank--Please accept our deepest sympathy and extend our condolences to your family
Judith and Larry
Sandi Nelson
Saturday, December 28, 2019
Thoughts of Joy bring smiles to our hearts. She was an incredibly talented lady. We feel so fortunate to have known her.
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Sincerely, Tommy and Sandi Nelson
Daina Taylor
Saturday, December 28, 2019
Condolences from Joline Taylor, Daina Taylor and family.
Cindy Jones Rush
Saturday, December 28, 2019
i was saddened to hear the news that Joy had passed away. She was a precious person, and our family was blessed to know her. I pray that God’s comfort will surround you all.
Love,
Cindy
Eunice Goatley Evans
Saturday, December 28, 2019
So very sorry for your loss! So glad we have blessed assurance we will see our loved ones again! I'm an old class mate of 1952/1953
Del and Carol Bliss
Friday, December 27, 2019
So sorry for your loss... Your family is in our prayers.
Sincerely, Del & Carol Bliss
Jeanenne Vowell
Friday, December 27, 2019
Melanie, my heart goes out to you and your family! Losing a parent is one of the hardest things you ever go through, treasure your memories and know that she now has wings of an angel. Love you, my friend!
Van and Candy Gearhart
Friday, December 27, 2019
We have many fond memories of Joy and her wonderful family. Our thoughts and prayers go out to Frank and to Sandy, Missy, Melanie and their children.
Mary Maragret Setzer (Hammack)
Friday, December 27, 2019
I am so sorry to hear about Joy. She was such a sweet person. I loved taking piano lessons and babysitting the kids. You all are in my thoughts and prayers.
Laverne Jones
Friday, December 27, 2019
Sorry for the loss of a dear family member. Holly, I am praying for the entire family during this time. May you have the peace of God that surpasses all understanding. God bless the Huckabee family.
Margaret,David,David jr uzzell
Thursday, December 26, 2019
Our deepest condolences to Joy May Huckaba family
Roger & Roberta Margason
Thursday, December 26, 2019
Deepest condolences. Joy was a beloved neighbor, friend of our family, personal accompanist on numerous occasions and truly exuded Christian Joy in each of those roles.
Muskie Harris
Thursday, December 26, 2019
Condolences from the Muskie Harris Family.
Muskie Harris
Thursday, December 26, 2019
Condolences from the Muskie Harris Family.