Joy Lynn Courtney
May 23, 1995 – August 22, 2022
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Joy Lynn Courtney, 27, most recently of Scottsdale, AZ, passed away in her home on Monday, August 22nd, 2022. She was born May 23rd, 1995, in Mesa, Arizona and called the Phoenix valley home her entire life.
Joy loved fiercely and was loved dearly by her family and everyone that was privileged to know her. Her smile and laughter were contagious and could take center stage and light up any room. She had a remarkable ability to take random things and create something beautiful. Joy had a passion for photography, botany, music, cooking, the outdoors, and motorcycles. She loved her cats and dogs, playing cards, watching old movies, and simply hanging out with loved ones.
Joy is survived by her mother, Rebecca Courtney; her father, James (Lisa) Courtney; her sisters, Stephanie Storm, Candace Courtney, and Melody (Ramil) Sacpopo; her brothers, Bradford (Bethany) Courtney, Robert (Donna) Courtney, David (Debbie) Courtney, Ralph (Alyssa) Courtney, and Kenneth (Melanie) Courtney; her grandparents, Ralph and Geri Courtney, and Kenneth (Carolyn) Kuhlman; 8 nieces and 6 nephews; and her loving boyfriend, Luke McCallin.
Joy was preceded in death by her grandmothers, Martha Kuhlman, and Rose Kirby.
Joy Lynn will forever be in the hearts and beautiful memories of her family and close friends who so dearly loved and cherished her, she was amazing and is irreplaceable. “Free Spirit”, “Jojo Coco”, the JOY of our family, if love alone could have kept you here, you would’ve lived forever. Rest easy and sweet, our beautiful girl.
A viewing service will be held For Joy Lynn Courtney on Friday, September 2nd, 2022 from 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. with family time starting at 4:00 p.m. at San Tan Mountain View Funeral Home, located at 21809 S. Ellsworth Rd. Queen Creek, AZ. 85142.
A Celebration of Life service will be held Saturday, September 3rd, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. at Life Church, located at 16831 S. Greenfield Rd. Gilbert, AZ. 85295.
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Steve Colley says: To all the Courtneys. Im so sorry for this loss. Cling to God. You know what to do in these times
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Janelle DeLano says:
Joy, a beautiful smile, personality and soul. Her carefree spirit, laugh, sweetness and fierce love for others will always be remembered. Joy truly lived up to her name.
My deepest condolences. -
Grandma and Grandpa Davies says:
I felt very honored to be with Joy recently while she was visiting and enjoying her family here in the Washington area , and also being with her in our Cornerstone Church praying with her and sharing some life experiences with her !! I have a word to her wonderful family by keeping God first always and keeping love in your hearts for each other you will be honoring Joy!! May God give you all strength and comfort during this time !!
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Sharon and Clint Blum says:
To all the Courtney family and to my nephew Luke McCallin, our hearts ho out to you. Joy was joy to be around . We were only around her a few times her smile and joyfullness was infectious!
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Nikki Holt-Pouges says:
Although I only knew Joy briefly, she left a lasting impression in my life. I remember her to be a carefree spirit, with so much love in her heart. She will always be an inspiration to live life to its fullest…
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Susan O’Donovan says:
I can’t imagine the loss this family must be feeling. My heart goes out to you. Although just an acquaintance, I felt the joy this beautiful girl brought to the world. May time bring you peace.
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Lee Merrill says:
I am just seeing that Joy passed away. I was one of her teachers at Payne Junior High. Her smile and warm spirit always made me feel happy. I’m so glad to have known her even for a short time. Praying for the Courtney family extra hard during this first Christmas without her.
Steve Colley 
Janelle DeLano 
Grandma and Grandpa Davies 
Sharon and Clint Blum 
Nikki Holt-Pouges 
Susan O’Donovan 
Lee Merrill
To all the Courtneys. Im so sorry for this loss. Cling to God. You know what to do in these times
Joy, a beautiful smile, personality and soul. Her carefree spirit, laugh, sweetness and fierce love for others will always be remembered. Joy truly lived up to her name.
My deepest condolences.
I felt very honored to be with Joy recently while she was visiting and enjoying her family here in the Washington area , and also being with her in our Cornerstone Church praying with her and sharing some life experiences with her !! I have a word to her wonderful family by keeping God first always and keeping love in your hearts for each other you will be honoring Joy!! May God give you all strength and comfort during this time !!
To all the Courtney family and to my nephew Luke McCallin, our hearts ho out to you. Joy was joy to be around . We were only around her a few times her smile and joyfullness was infectious!
Although I only knew Joy briefly, she left a lasting impression in my life. I remember her to be a carefree spirit, with so much love in her heart. She will always be an inspiration to live life to its fullest…
I can’t imagine the loss this family must be feeling. My heart goes out to you. Although just an acquaintance, I felt the joy this beautiful girl brought to the world. May time bring you peace.
I am just seeing that Joy passed away. I was one of her teachers at Payne Junior High. Her smile and warm spirit always made me feel happy. I’m so glad to have known her even for a short time. Praying for the Courtney family extra hard during this first Christmas without her.