Joy Heim Newman

Joy Heim Newman, age 93, passed away on November 17, 2025, in New Orleans, Louisiana, where she resided her entire life. Joy graduated from Dominican High School before beginning a rewarding career with Southern Bell. In 1981, she married the love of her life, Jack Newman. Together, they shared many wonderful years volunteering and traveling with the Telephone Pioneers, as well as spending time with their family. Joy was preceded in death by her parents, Henry and Mary Heim; her beloved husband, Jack Newman; her stepson, Ronnie; step-grandson Paul; and step-great-granddaughter Ariel. She is survived by her sister, Gay Kariker (Doug); her sons, Kirt Ulfers (Debra) and Keith Ulfers (Cecilia), and grandchildren Ashley (Nick), Chris (Shannon), and Allison (Brian); and her Newman stepsons, Fred (Sally), Ronnie; (Doris), Bobby (Pat), and Cy. Joy was lovingly known as “Granny” to 10 grandchildren, 21 great-grandchildren, and 2 great-great-grandchildren. She was “Aunt Joy” to Brian (Michelle), Lauren (Keith), Melissa (Chris), and their children—three great-nieces and one great-nephew.

The family extends heartfelt thanks to the caregivers and staff at Nola @ Home Care and ANVOI Hospice for their kindness and compassion, which were a blessing to Joy and her family.

A Memorial Mass will be celebrated at Lake Lawn Metairie Funeral Home, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd. New Orleans, LA on Wednesday, November 26, 2025. Visitation will be held from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. in the chapel, followed by Mass at 10:00 a.m. Interment will follow at Metairie Cemetery in All Saints Mausoleum. To view and sign the online guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com