Joyce Smith Manning, 77, of Lubbock departed this world on Saturday, November 11, 2017 to go to her heavenly home. She was born on August 9, 1940 in Meadow, Texas. The family moved to Lubbock in 1942 when her father helped build Reese Air Force Base. Joyce graduated from Lubbock High School in 1958 where she was a member of the Westerner Band. She graduated from Texas Tech with a degree in Education and completed Master's courses in Special Education. Joyce married her husband, Dan, in 1962 at First Christian Church in Lubbock. They celebrated 40 years together before he preceded her in death in 2002. She was a lifelong member of First Christian Church in Lubbock and a member of the Keystone Sunday School class. She worked for many years as a pastor's secretary to Dudley Strain.
Joyce began her teaching career in Idalou and continued with the Lubbock Independent School District until she retired due to health concerns after over twenty years of service. She had a special gift for working with Special Education students as well as troubled youth. She was most proud of her nomination to the Pride Club at Mackenzie Junior High, an award that she was nominated for by her students. She served as President of the Eta Rho chapter of Delta Kappa Gamma, an organization she dearly loved. She was also a member of the Lubbock Retired Teachers Association. Joyce was a 27-year cancer survivor.
Time spent with family and grandkids was very important to her. She also enjoyed sewing, baking and was famous for her Sunday roast. Joyce very much enjoyed the companionship of her little dog, Uppy.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Loyd and Thelma Smith; and her husband, Dan. Survivors include: her son, Craig Manning and wife Julie of Keller; daughters, Vickie Cisneros and husband Michael of Lubbock, and Robin Tobin and husband Eric of Prosper; also survived by eight grandchildren: Christopher, Emily, Alissa, of Lubbock; Britton, Macy, Preston and Abigail of Prosper; and Jason of Keller; her older brother, Lilburn and wife, Carolyn; her twin brother, Cloyce and wife Carol; as well as numerous cousins, nieces and nephews.
The family wishes to express appreciation to her caregivers at Carillon House, Patty, Rachel and Natalia of Noble Care for their dedicated care and support to the family; and her caregivers from BrightStar Care.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Wednesday, November 15, 2017 at Resthaven Funeral Home. A Celebration of Life Service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Thursday, November 16, 2017 at First Christian Church of Lubbock. Interment will follow at Resthaven Memorial Park.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to First Christian Church, the American Cancer Society, or Alzheimer's research. Please visit www.resthavenfuneralhome.com for online tributes.
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November 17, 2017
Irene (Walls) Fry
Craig, I was so sorry to hear of your mom's passing. My prayers to you and your family.
November 17, 2017
Drusilla Boyd
I was so sorry to hear of your Mom's passing. I was a bridesmaid in her wedding and my husband and I were able to visit with she and Danny over the years.We were in Girl Scouts together for years. In years past I would always try to see her when I came to Lubbock. She was an amazing woman.
November 16, 2017
What a history for FCC 4 generations. Our family has received love from all. The Sammy Ribbles
November 15, 2017
Rose Haney Bullock
My condolences & prayers to the family.
Classmate from LHS.
November 15, 2017
Cheryl Meixner
Vicky, Robin, and family, if anyone deserves to see Jesus it is your mom. She was such a dedicated Christian, wife and mother, and continued to be through trying times with her health. My mother, Margaret White, adored her. Now Joyce is dancing with the angels, in no pain. On behalf of my sisters, Marcie Bray and Penny Gressett, we wish you God's peace in the days ahead. Cheryl Meixner, Denton, Texas.
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