Birth date: Oct 24, 1958 Death date: Feb 11, 2023
Reverend Joy Obituary William Kent Joy, 64, passed away unexpectedly February 11, 2023. He was born October 24, 1958 in Sandusky, OH to Lowell and Virginia Joy. He lived in Lakeside, OH and was a 1976 graduate of Danbury High Scho Read Obituary
In Loving Memory of Reverend W. Kent Joy, Celebrating a life well lived whose memories will be cherished forever.A Sympathy Gift of Group of 10 Trees has been Planted In Loving Memory of Reverend W. Kent Joy courtesy of Dad and Elaine.
My prayers for Julie and all of Kent's family, including his Mom, who I used to talk to at Lakeside, that God may comfort and bring hope in grief and smiles at the memory of Kent's outstanding personality and life. My prayers also for the congregation and friends of Elyria First UMC, as it is a difficult thing to lose your Pastor so suddenly and tragically, may God bring you all healing and HOPE. May the Resurrection Spirit overcome the burden of grief. Rev. Daniel Drew
Many prayers your way. Kent is a bright light!
My sincere condolences to Rev. Kent Joys wife and family. I always enjoyed Kents sermons when visiting Elyria First UMC with my grandmother Helen. Over the years our family was blessed to get to know him more, and I truly have never met a reverend who better represented the teachings of Christ. Ill never forget his words of guidance after my fianc passed away, and I know his kind and thoughtful words have left an unforgettable impression on countless others. I will always be grateful to have known him.
Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire Joy family.
My deepest Condolences to his family & the Church,, Ive attended Christmas Eve services with my Sister Shannon Hill who loved & respected him . I did not know him personally, did enjoy his Services., ðŸ’
My deepest condolences to the entire Joy family on this passing of Kent. He was always a lovely person to work with and know. Hugs to Julie, Lowell, Elaine and family.
My deepest condolences. It was such an honor to have known him, I will miss his humor and kindness. He will be deeply missed.
Dearest Joy family, Please know that our hearts and prayers are with you all during this extreme time of need. We have been so very fortunate to have had the opportunity to get to know you during your time serving our dear Lord at Elyria Methodist Church and are just absolutely devastated at hearing of Kents abrupt passing. Thank you so much for your kindness and love over the years to all members of our family and being active participants in so many of our cherished memories! In sympathy and in love, Carmen, Travis, and Nora Bowers (grandchildren+great grandchild of Helen Mengle)
I am sure Kent was much more to Julie and their family than a pastor, but as his predecessor at Elyria First UMC, I appreciated, as few people possibly could, what it was like for him to serve that congregation. He had a grace and skills that enabled the church to engage in ministries that made a difference in the Elyria community. He shepherded the church through the pandemic and was helping them get back on their feet again when he was so abruptly taken from this life into the next. Our hearts go out to Julie, their children, Kent's parents and siblings.
