Joy Ewing Brazziel

Born on November 11, 1946 in Edam, Saskatchewan, Canada, to Kenneth and Fannie (Hobbs) Ewing, Joy was the youngest of the 7 Ewing siblings. She and her family moved from Canada to Illinois when she was 1 year old. Joy graduated from Bradford High School in 1964 and in 1967 she moved to Denver, CO where she met the love of her life, Bonner Bennett Brazziel. They were married in 1969, and together, they built a beautiful life full of love, laughter, and adventure. Their partnership was one defined by mutual respect and deep affection, and they shared many wonderful years together before Bonner's passing in 1999. Joy was a dedicated mother to her children, Tracy and Trent, a beloved mother-in-law to Tracy's husband Sam, and a loving grandmother to her three grandchildren, Bonner, Emily, and Andrew. Her family was her greatest pride, and she took immense joy in their accomplishments and in being a constant source of support and guidance for them. Joy's favorite people were her grandchildren. She spent as much time with them as she could, including following them in all their various sports and activities. In addition to being a loving wife, mother, and grandmother, Joy was an active member of her community. She had a very generous heart and had the superpower to see the good in everyone. Joy enjoyed staying busy with her full-time job at Camp Balcones Springs where she had quite a following of animals and people. Joy loved all animals and they loved her, including the deer, ducks, birds, and dogs that would frequent her at home and at work. She enjoyed being outdoors, where she regularly tended to her garden and took advantage of time with family and friends on the lake. When she couldn't be outside or with her grandchildren, Joy enjoyed watching college and professional sports of all kinds (especially the Texas Longhorns). Though her passing was sudden on February 14, 2025, the impact she made in her lifetime will never be forgotten. Her strength, energy, and enthusiasm for life will continue to inspire those who were fortunate enough to know her. She leaves behind a legacy of love, resilience, and a reminder to cherish every moment. A memorial service to celebrate her life will be held at 10AM on Saturday, March 29, 2025 at Covenant Presbyterian Church in Austin, TX. All who knew and loved her are welcome to attend and honor her memory. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The ASPCA (American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals), a cause close to Joy's heart. Rest in peace, Joy. You will be dearly missed, but your spirit will forever remain with us.

Joy Ewing Brazziel

November 11, 1946 - February 14, 2025