Joan Lovay-Bailey Solis

Joan Lovay-Bailey Solis departed this life peacefully on February 20, 2020 and is worshipping at the feet of Jesus. Joan was the fourth of Lawrence and Pauline Urueta-Bailey’s six children. She was born October 12, 1940 in Pueblo, Colorado. Joan grew up in Pueblo, Colorado. Joan is preceded in death by her son, Samuel Solis, parents, Lawrence K Bailey, Pauline Urueta Bailey; sister, Mary Trujillo; brothers, Robert S. Bailey, Lawrence K. Bailey Jr and faithful “fur baby” and companion, Silky. Joan married her loving husband of 61 years, Jose Solis, in June 21, 1958. They met at the Valentine’s Day junior high school social in 1955. Her spirit is carried on by her husband, Jose Solis, daughter Anita (Mike) Ortega, son Joseph (Rosalie) Solis, Jr, daughters, Lisa (Brian) Steele, and Arlene (Mike) Maes. Grandchildren, Andres (AnnMarie), AJ (Leslie), Christiano, Pablo (Christy), Stephanie (Anthony), Clarissa (Cesar), Jeremy (Christine), Keven, Derrick (Ana), Danielle, Dayton (Presley); 23 great grandchildren; 2 great-great grandchildren; siblings, Kenneth Bailey and Jeannie Daugherty; numerous nieces and nephews; extended family and friends. Early in Joan’s life, she worked with the developmentally disabled. She was employed by the Colorado State Hospital. After continuing her higher education and receiving a Master’s degree in Social Work, she established her private counseling practice with her husband Jose. She worked at the Pueblo Regional center until she retired. She was a dedicated social worker for many years, and enjoyed helping others which she continued to do after retirement through her ministry. Joan, a faithful follower of Jesus Christ and active member of Praise Assembly of God, humbly served in various ministries. This scripture describes her, Proverbs 31:10. “A woman of Nobel Character-She is worth far more than precious rubies”. Joan was a genuine disciple of Christ. She was faithful to God’s service, an encouraging woman of God. Joan had a nurturing, gentle spirit in which she cared deeply for others and could always provide words of comfort, words of love, words of support and sound doctrine in times of need. Joan prayed faithfully for her family, friends, pastors, missionaries and many others. A true warrior of God. Funeral Service, 9:00 am, Thursday, Praise Assembly of God followed by interment, Imperial Memorial Gardens.