In Memory of Joy Annear



Joy Annear
Joy Annear
Born: April 8, 1932
Died: January 6, 2017
Age: 84
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Joy Annear
April 8, 1932 - January 6, 2017
From: Ida Grove, IA

Joy Annear, age 84, of Ida Grove, Iowa, passed away Friday, January 6, 2017.

A Funeral Service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, January 14, 2017 at the First United Methodist Church of Ida Grove, Iowa. The Reverend Chad Lierman will officiate. Graveside Service will be held at 2:30 p.m., Saturday, January 14, 2017, in the Old Carrollton Cemetery of rural Coon Rapids, Iowa. Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Friday, January 13, 2017 at the Christensen ~ Van Houten Funeral Home of Ida Grove, Iowa. The Christensen - Van Houten Funeral Home of Ida Grove, Iowa is in charge of the funeral arrangements. Condolences may be sent online to www.christensenvanhouten.com

Beverly Joyce (Shirbroun) Annear was born April 8, 1932, on the family farm near Coon Rapids, IA to Faye (Vaughan) and  Frederick Shirbroun.  She graduated from Coon Rapids High School in 1950 and attended business school in Des Moines. On May 6, 1951, Joy married David Delos Annear at First Christian Church in Coon Rapids. The couple farmed near Old Carrollton and raised their family of four children.

In 1972 Joy and Dave made their home in Ida Grove where they purchased the Coast-to-Coast store, retiring in 1986. Active in the First United Methodist Church, she had a strong faith, a great sense of humor, and found the good in everyone. 

Joy made life fun for her family by organizing sledding parties, picnics, mushroom hunts, card games, family reunions, and having apple dumplings ready after the first day of school. She spent her time following her children’s and grandchildren’s activities, Bible study, water walking, playing cards, and tending her flowers. She knew how to treat herself well, too. Joy loved her shrimp, pickled herring, and “happy me” days when she bought jewelry.

She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Dave, her son David, two brothers, Neil and Jay Shribroun.  Survivors include her three daughters and their husbands: Robin (Terry) Drake of Griswold, IA;  Becky (Dennis) Collins and Nancy (Brian) Schumacher, all of Ida Grove, IA; nine grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; and honorary daughter Deb Donaldson of Kingsley, IA and her three children; sister Linda (Doug) Honold of Coon Rapids, IA; sister-in-law Charlene Manuel of Clear Lake, IA ; brother-in-law Steve (Ariana) Annear of Klamath Falls, OR; and sister-in-law Kae (Cleo) Betts of Elkhart, IN, and numerous nieces and nephews.

 






SERVICES

11:00 a.m., Saturday
January 14, 2017
First United Methodist Church
Ida Grove, Iowa

OFFICIATING

Rev. Chad Lierman

CASKET BEARERS

Jeremy Collins
Trent Drake
Zach Schumacher
Sam Schumacher
Trey Drake
Tyler Donaldson
Tyler Collins
Clint Donaldson

Honorary Pallbearers:
Jennifer Timm
Jamie Steele
Vanessa Schumacher
Tara Wilkie
Laura Schanz

VISITATION

5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Friday, January 13, 2017
Christensen - Van Houten
Funeral Home
Ida Grove, Iowa

MUSIC

Sheryl Barnes, Pianist


Congregational Hymns:
"How Great Thou Art"
"In The Garden"

INTERMENT

Graveside:
2:30 p.m., Saturday
January 14, 2017
Old Carrollton Cemetery
Rural Coon Rapids, Iowa


Condolences


Tuesday, January 17, 2017 at 5:34 PM
“Becky, we are so sorry to hear of your mom's passing & especially of the circumstances surrounding. Our hearts are breaking for you & your family. May all of you find comfort in the arms of our Lord and your friends.”
- Lola (Sievertsen) & Michael Stephens
Sunday, January 15, 2017 at 12:53 PM
“We send our concolences to all Joy's family. Although I'm sorry not to have had a chance to spend more time with Joy in our adult years, I'm grateful that in our short times together I could see what a fine and joyful person she had become. Margaret Shirbroun Clarkin and Jack Clarkin”
- Margaret Clarkin
Sunday, January 15, 2017 at 12:53 PM
“Robin, Becky and Nancy - so very sorry to hear of your mother's passing. Jim has kept us posted and sent a few photos of family at the burial. Our deepest sympathy, John & Pat”
- John Annear
Thursday, January 12, 2017 at 12:55 PM
“So sorry to hear about Joy....she was one great lady! I enjoyed visiting with her and her sister at our last class reunion. She will be deeply missed. Love to the family....Marge”
- Marjorie Shirbroun Mossyge
Wednesday, January 11, 2017 at 9:13 AM
“To all of Joy's family, my heart breaks for you as for the times that I had met Joy she was just that JOY! Thoughts , hugs and prayers to all of you now and in the days to follow🙏❤”
- Geri Shirbroun
Wednesday, January 11, 2017 at 9:13 AM
“Nancy, I wish I was closer to give you a hug. You, and all of your family are in our thoughts and prayers . ”
- Jeane Figge
Tuesday, January 10, 2017 at 1:46 PM
“Becky, Nancy , Robin and families I will definitely miss Joy she was a good friend and we always had a good time at the rec center with our water exercises and due to Joy being short she always sat on the step in the hot tub otherwise anything deeper she might have got a mouth full of water. I am going to miss those days You all have my sympathy and may God keep you in his hands during this difficult time”
- Marilyn Skaren
Tuesday, January 10, 2017 at 1:46 PM
“Annear Family, Sincere sympathy to all. Have know your family for many years. Worked with your Dad at GOMACO and remember the days of the hardware store with both of them. May your memories help you get through the trying times. Hugs
Shirley ”
- Shirley Ruser
Tuesday, January 10, 2017 at 1:46 PM
“Becky, Nancy & Robin you and all the rest of the family are in our thoughts & prayers. I wish we could be there but know that all the family out here are sending hugs your way. Aunt Joy is terribly missed. Love you guys!”
- Sarah (Annear) Solis
Tuesday, January 10, 2017 at 1:46 PM
“To Joy's family, we are truly sorry of the passing of a beautiful lady inside & outside. Joy is a cousin of mine, & have great memories of all our Shirbroun gatherings since we were small children. May all of the family hold on to the great memories made through the years.
Love to her family. Ernie & Janice Stoermer”
- Ernie & Janice Stoermer
Tuesday, January 10, 2017 at 1:46 PM
“Joy was aptly named. She was a neighbor with her husband in the best sense of the word. She brought a casserole when we first moved to the house on Kolb Lane. She always had a smile and a kind word. I will always remember her fondly. I am heartily sorry for your loss of such a fine and endearing family member. ”
- Doug Clough
Tuesday, January 10, 2017 at 1:45 PM
“Dear Robin and the families of Joy Annear .Sending our most sincere condolences to all of you at this time of loss. May the presence of God be wrapped around you and bring you peace”
- Wayne and Bette Tye
Tuesday, January 10, 2017 at 1:45 PM
“So sorry to here about Joy, Pam Dickinson informed me this morning. May God grant you peace of heart and many wonderful memories of happier times with Joy.”
- John Kult
Monday, January 9, 2017 at 4:15 PM
“We grieve with you at your loss but hope the great memories she gave us give you comfort and strength. All our love.”
- Jim and Heidi Annear
Monday, January 9, 2017 at 4:15 PM
“Robin, We are thinking about you prayerfully. Know that your faith, God's love, and the beautiful promise of Eternal Life will help you through this.”
- Donna and Bob Reimers
Monday, January 9, 2017 at 4:15 PM
“Aunt Joy was always great to see. She had the nicest personality and so easy to talk to. Her and my Uncle Dave were a must see on visits to IA. She will be missed by my family.”
- Steve Betts
Monday, January 9, 2017 at 4:15 PM
“You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Sorry to hear about your loss! ”
- Garrett & Chelsey Muhlbauer
Monday, January 9, 2017 at 4:15 PM
“Nancy and family, we are so sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.”
- VT Co-Workers
Monday, January 9, 2017 at 4:15 PM
“Your parents were so kind to my daughters and I when Jim was sick. They ran the hardware store and your dad helped us keep lawn mowers running, leaks fixed, etc. and every time I went in the store your mom had that item "on sale" or discounted. She always had a smile and made us feel so good. My sympathy to all the family. You have lost a special person. Arlene Wonder”
- Arlene Wonder
Monday, January 9, 2017 at 12:18 PM
“Robin and family, you have been in our thoughts and prayers all weekend and we are still thinking and praying for you and your sisters. Mother's are a very important part of our lives and they will always be missed.
May God watch & be with you all at this difficult time.”
- Joe & Kathy Rush
Monday, January 9, 2017 at 12:18 PM
“My family and I are just heartbroken with the news of Joy's passing. She was a total "JOY" to know. I remember her from the hardware store and how helpful she always was. I will miss her at UMW meetings and church. All of you are in our prayers.
Blessings, Pat Conard and family”
- Pat Conard
Monday, January 9, 2017 at 10:47 AM
“Joy was just what her name is JOY! She always had a smile and something nice to say about everyone. Your parents were neighbors to Pat and Missy right after they got married and they both lived your parents. They were also one of my favorite customers at both the Camelot and JuValls. She will be missed by all! Prayers and hugs for all of you!”
- Judy pluth
Monday, January 9, 2017 at 10:47 AM
“Dear Robin and Family, You are in my thoughts and prayers. Many people are lifting you up in prayer during this challenging time. Lean on those who care for you. Much Love, Rev. Shirley”
- Rev. Shirley Hoffmann Will
Monday, January 9, 2017 at 10:47 AM
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My heart is breaking for you at the loss of Joy. She has been in the Bible Study that I have taught for many years and also in United Methodist Women. She was always a true "JOY" . Her smile and upbeat attitude was one we should all try to practice. I will truly miss Joy setting behind me a church. May God warp His loving arms around you and comfort you at this time. You are in my prayers. Patty Nelson

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- Patty Nelson
Monday, January 9, 2017 at 10:47 AM
“Sorry for your loss Nancy,you are in our prayers.”
- Sandy Lichter
Monday, January 9, 2017 at 10:47 AM
“We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Your mom was always such a sweet lady.”
- Kim and kevin nulle
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