She was a Mary Kay Consultant, Insurance Agent/Pre-Arrangement Counselor at Stephenson-Dearman Funeral Home, Inc. and a member of Monticello Baptist Temple in Monticello. She was preceded in death by her mother, Alvern Wilson Lusinger.
Survivors include her husband, David Begayne of Monticello; two sons, Jason Maier of Sherwood and Kyle Tucker of Monticello; her father, Al Lusinger of Cabot; two brothers, Hardy Lusinger of Key West, FL and Terry Lusinger of Clinton; one sister, Cherry Cotham of Monticello; her step children, Chris Tucker of Monticello, Constance Begayne, Tamara Begayne and Zachary Begayne, all of Portland, OR; two granddaughters, Corbin and Jayda Maier; her step grandchildren, Stephanie & Ashley Tucker of Monticello and Hunter & Meeki Moody of Portland, OR; and a special niece & caregiver, Nina Blackmountain of Mexician Water, AZ.
Condolences(33)
Wanette Wilson
Angleton, TX Thursday, July 8, 2010 Cherry, Hardy, Terry, and Joy Dell are first cousins. I lived for weeks at a time with the four of them and certinly with Joy, she and I were 1 1/2 years apart in age. We all felt like brothers and sisters. I loved her with everything in my heart. Even though as adults we went our own way, that didn't mean we loved each other any less. I will mourn her for the rest of my life, but after Joys passing I am trying to be a better cousin and stay in touch with my cousins better. You can too if you are one of us cousins that as an adult we don't stay in touch. Me, Cherry,and Terry are all on facebook . LOVE WANETTESheila Gardner
Monticello, AR Saturday, August 15, 2009 I am so sorry to hear of Joy's death. I know she is at home with the Lord and having a wonderful time. She had visited our church in the past few months and I am so thankful for the opportunity to reconnect with her. God bless you all.Beverly Wiscaver Stevenson
Spring Lake, MI Wednesday, August 12, 2009 Cherry, Terry and Hardy, Al, was so very sorry to hear of Joy's death, you and your family were always very special to me as we were growing up together, Joy and I were really close. Your family are in my thoughts and prayers, Love BeverlyTamara Begayne Johnson
, OR Sunday, August 9, 2009 To all of Joy's family. I'm Sorry for your loss and to my father's. I pray that your hearts will fill with warth again and that everything smooths over. I was shock to hear of her passing. She was a very strong woman that fought through alot of battles. I know now that she is at ease and may her family be so too! God BlessBrenda J Hall
Shreveport, LA Friday, August 7, 2009 I am so shocked to see the obit online. I am so sorry to hear she passed away. May God comfort each and every one of you. She was a very special and joyful person to be around with. She is now in Heaven with Tony and all the other families.Love In Christ
Brenda J Hall
Gail Kizer
Monticello, AR Friday, August 7, 2009 My thoughts and prayers are with Joy's family. Joy was truly a "joy" to all of us and she will definitely be missed.Lisa Thomas
Rusk, TX Wednesday, August 5, 2009 Dear Kyle,Sorry for my bad timing, just got the news today and wanted to stop in and let you know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. I always enjoyed talking to your mom, she always had the best advice and was willing to help anyone. She will be missed very much.
-Lisa Thomas, friend of the family
Kerry & Karen Withers
Monticello, AR Sunday, August 2, 2009 We are so, so sorry for your loss. You all will be in our prayers as you adjust to life on this earth without her. May God bless you all.Andy (& Terrie) Briant
Monticello, AR Sunday, August 2, 2009 Cherry and family,So sorry and shocked to hear of Joy's passing. I ran into her not long ago and we had a nice visit. I had no idea she was ill. I remember years ago good times when we worked together. May God bless and comfort you all in this sad time.
Karen Cambalik Oliver
Mobile, AL Sunday, August 2, 2009 My prayers are with you all.When I met Joy my first year in college she was just like the sister that I never had. She was definitely considered a part of our family. My mother called her "my other daughter". Her family also made me feel like I was a part of their family. I have so many wonderful memories of Joy. She was one of a kind and will always be my best friend, and I know we will be together agin one day.
I love you all...Karen (Aunt KK)
Eugene & Carla Imboden
Monticello, AR Sunday, August 2, 2009 Cherry & Family: We are so sorry about your loss. We are praying that God will give you peace and comfort during this time. Joy Dell was a very good person and will be missed.Damon and Sheilla Lampkin
Monticello, AR Sunday, August 2, 2009 Joy was truly a joy! I remember her bright smile even from high school. God bless and comfort you all.Corrie Harris
Monticello, AR Saturday, August 1, 2009 CherryI'm so sorry to hear about Joy passing.
Janice Gladden McAllister
Hot Springs Village, AR Saturday, August 1, 2009 So sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Janice McAllisterBobby Livingston
Alexander, AR Saturday, August 1, 2009 I am very sorry to read about Joy and I know that we will all be together some day and will reunite our old friendships. I remember her years ago as a very fun going and carefree great alltime person and I am proud to have know her in my lifetime. Bobby LivingstonJames and Kathy Berry
Monricello, AR Saturday, August 1, 2009 We have the family in our thoughts and prayers at this time. God and happy memories will be your greatest comfort.We love you
James and Kathy Berry
John Stanley
Hot Springs, AR Friday, July 31, 2009 JASON AND FAMILY, THINKING OF YOU AT THIS TIME, YOU ARE ALL IN MY PRAYERS. SHE IS AND ALWAYS WILL BE REMEMBERED FOR THE LAUGHTER SHE BROUGHT OUT OF ALL SHE WAS AROUND. SHE WILL BE MISSED BUT NEVER FORGOTTEN.Harry & Peggy Densmore
Star City, AR Friday, July 31, 2009 It's so sad to know she has left all of us. Will miss her greatly.May God be with all the family.
missy stewart
monticello, AR Friday, July 31, 2009 My thoughts and prayers are with the family.Juanda
Monticello, AR Friday, July 31, 2009 Oh, Cherry my heart just hurts for your loss, I can not imagine losing my sister. I know she is in heaven and is not hurting anymore, but it doesn't make it hurt any less. I'll see you soon.I Love You, Sis
Juanda
Alvin and Irma James
monticello, AR Friday, July 31, 2009 Cherry, so sorry to hear of Joy. We are in Jacksonville, Tx and did not know till read on line. You both look so much alike. Both so pretty.Know my thoughts and prayers are with you and the family. love yaGwen Emerson Parker
Dermott, AR Friday, July 31, 2009 I will remember the family in my prayers. I pray that they will gain strength from knowing "to be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord"...though we will miss her physical body; God has the body that matters...Resting in Eternal Peace!Josh & Angie Frost and Boys
Monticello, AR Thursday, July 30, 2009 Cherry:I was so sorry to hear about Joy. You know how much I loved and thought of her. I have a lot of memories of her, in particular the cruise we all took together. I hope you know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. If there is anything at all we can do for you during this time, please let us know. We love you and are praying for you and your family.
Sandi Lane
Hot Springs, AR Thursday, July 30, 2009 My thaoughts and prayers are with the family of Mrs. Joy! Mrs. Joy was a customer of TSS. I really enjoyed the visits we had! She was a wonderful woman and will be greatly missed!Beth Davis
Monticello, AR Thursday, July 30, 2009 Joy will be missed by all. Thoughts and prayers are with you allPamela Blann
Crossett, AR Thursday, July 30, 2009 Dear Family,I went to school with Joy at Drew Central and always considered her a great friend. My heart goes out to you. I saw her at my Uncle's visitation and she looked a picture of health. I was shocked when I heard she was sick. You are in my thoughts and prayers. May God give you comfort in this time of sorrow.
Pamela Pace Blann
Stacey Owens
, AR Thursday, July 30, 2009 Cherry,Sorry to hear about Joy. I know she is in a better place.
Love, Stacey Owens
Matt and Jennifer Cotton
Monticello, AR Thursday, July 30, 2009 Jason - We are so sorry to hear of the loss of your mom. She was a very special lady and I know how much you will miss her. You, Kyle, and the rest of your family are in our thoughts and prayers.Matt and Jennifer Cotton and family
Gary & Annette Montgomery
StarCity, AR Thursday, July 30, 2009 Chery,We are so sorry to read about Joy. Our prayers are
with you and all the family.
May God Bless you.
Gary & Annette Montgomery
Carolyn Howell
Monticello, AR Thursday, July 30, 2009 Cherry, Terry and Hardy,I was so shocked when I heard that Joy had passed away. My heart is saddened that a friend since childhood has left us. As you know Joy was a joy to talk with, laugh with or cry with.
I will be praying for God to give you all much strength through and after this rough season of your life.
Brenda Reed
monticello, AR Thursday, July 30, 2009 +Dear David and Family,I did not know Joy until she joined us at Eastside Missionary Baptist Church in Monticello. She was a Sunday School teacher for two of my grandchildren and she was so good with the children in her class. Joy was a very sweet and loving person. You and your family are in our prayers. May God comfort you as only He can.
jerry and joyce smith
monticello, AR Wednesday, July 29, 2009 CherrySo sorry for the loss of your sister. We know it is hard, but know she is in a better place. May the lord comfort you as only he can do...
Jamie West Rawls
Monticello, AR Wednesday, July 29, 2009 I am so sorry for your loss. I know Mrs. Joy is in a much better place and is not suffering anymore. Kyle, if you need anything, know I am just a phone call away.Keeping your family in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Jamie West Rawls
friend of Kyles