Joyce Earline Surgener's Obituary
Joyce Earline Surgener passed away peacefully on January 4, 2023 at the age of 80 in Houston, Texas with her family by her side.
Joyce was born on April 26, 1942 to Plumer Andrus and Ila Ray Andrus. She was born into a group of six siblings in North Zulch, Texas. Growing up, her brothers and sisters all looked out for each other and made sure each was well cared for. Her siblings were a group uniquely marked by a tight-knit bond of lifelong devotion to each other—a bond that still stands the test of time today.
Joyce met the love of her life, Troy Surgener, when they were both working at Montgomery Ward in Houston, Texas. Joyce worked as a sales clerk while Troy worked as an appliance repairman. Together they raised 3 children in Pearland, Texas, where she lived for the majority of her lifetime. Joyce loved gardening, decorating, dancing, and keno.
Joyce lived her life with an unwavering pursuit of family and togetherness. Her steadfast love and care for her husband served as an example to others and her support and dedication to her children built magical memories and family traditions. She loved hosting her friends and family and her beautiful home served as a gathering space for fun and fellowship.
Throughout her life, she always worked to meet the needs she saw with her family and friends. Her selfless nature and giving heart provided a perpetual supply of comfort and aid to those around her. She freely gave all with all that she had—whether it was a meal that she could offer, a yard that she could weed-eat, or a place that you could call home. Joyce’s legacy will carry on forever reminding us of what true sacrificial love looks like.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Plumer and Ila Ray; Husband, Troy Surgener; siblings, John (Jay) Andrus; siblings-in-law, Vernon Garner and John Brady; and stepdaughter Anita.
Joyce is survived by her loving siblings, Ila Ruth Garner, Glen Rose Brady, Weldon Andrus, and Otis (Duckie) Andrus; stepdaughter, Sharon; sons, Gary and Greg; daughter, Debbie; daughters-in-law, Tamye and Roxanne; son-in-law, Raymond Abary, 12 grandchildren, 29 great grandchildren and one on the way, a dear niece Stephani Rice, nephews, and other beloved relatives and friends.
Serving as pallbearers will be Gary Surgener, Troy Surgener, Dwayne Wallace, Donald Andrus, Joean Moreno, and Evan Moreno.
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