On March 24, 2026, our family experienced an unimaginable loss when my sister, Joely, passed away from aggressive stage four cancer, just three and a half weeks after her initial diagnosis. Her illness progressed so quickly that we barely had time to process what was happening, and her passing was both sudden and deeply heartbreaking. She was a beloved sister, wife, and friend, and her absence leaves a sudden void that I cannot describe.

Her last wishes were simple but deeply meaningful: she wanted to be cremated with her most cherished possession, her childhood teddy bear Rosie. We are planning to honor her by spreading her ashes in some of her favorite places that held special meaning for her. There will be two memorial services, on in Texas, on May 2 (details below), and one in our hometown of Moundville, Alabama in late June of this year, more details to come.

We are reaching out to our community for support to help cover the costs of cremation, memorial services, planting a tree in her honor, and travel for family members to attend and fulfill her final wishes. Any help is greatly appreciated by our family and her husband Drew as we come together to honor her memory and say our goodbyes. Thank you for your kindness and support during this difficult time.

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Please join us for a celebration of Joely's life on Saturday, May 2, 2026 from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM at 3100 Cedar Ln, Melissa, TX 75454. Food and drinks will be provided and there is parking available.

A smaller gathering for family and close friends will also be held at Big Mineral Marina in honor of Joely and Drew's wishes on Saturday, May 2, 2026 starting at 6:00 PM - 2889 Big Mineral Rd #27, Sadler, TX 76264.