Joy Haire's Obituary
Joy Haire was born May 4, 1926 and passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 10, 2013 at the age of 86. Originally from Memphis, Tennessee, she lived in Sarasota for the last 24 years and spent most of her adult life as a homemaker. Joy enjoyed sharing and showing others the beauty of Sarasota and often remarked that the best things in life are free. She survived her late husband, Thomas Rudy Haire by 24 years. Joy is survived by one son, Glen Haire of Owensboro, Kentucky and two daughters, Jan Gregory of Olive Branch, Mississippi and Barbara Gartrell of Sarasota, Florida. Joy has 13 grandchildren, 14 great grandchildren and 2 great-great grandchildren. Her ashes will be laid to rest in Sarasota and Memphis. There was a small family and friend celebration of life gathering on Sunday, February 24 in Sarasota, Florida. There will be a private family graveside service at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, March 9, 2013 at Memorial Park Cemetery. Services are entrusted to Memorial Park Funeral Home and Cemery. “Behind the Stone Wall”
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