Joy "Mama Joy" Yarbrough

She was born in New Deal, Texas on November 6, 1930. She graduated from New Deal High School where she was the captain of the basketball team.

She married John Yarbrough March 30, 1957. Joy worked in Bookkeeping for various companies. She was an active member of the Harrison Senior Center, and loved playing Bridge and Mahjong with her many friends. Joy loved spending time with her family.

Joy was preceded in death by, her husband John; son, Rickey Yarbrough; and brothers, Alton, Bus and Dinks McNeely, sisters, Oleta Greenhill, Maurine Hamilton, Jean Utley and Glee Showalter.

She is survived by; son, Larry Yarbrough and wife Karen of Supulpa, OK; daughter, Gayla Smith and husband David of Waco, TX: grandchildren; Reggie Broussard, Brock Broussard, Jodi Garrett, Abby Smith, Suzanna Smith and JD Smith along with numerous nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be Tuesday from 5-7 PM at Resthaven Funeral Home in Lubbock, Texas. Graveside services will be 10:00 AM Wednesday at Resthaven Memorial Park, Lubbock.

Memorial gifts may be made to Harrison Senior Center, Central Texas Senior Ministries or a charity of your choice in Waco.