Joseph James Dettrey

September 11, 1946 - May 29, 2019

Joseph James Dettrey "Joey Joe or Jose",72, of Thayer, went to be with the Lord peacefully while home with family the way he wanted it to be, May 29th, 2019 following a battle with cancer. Born on September 11, 1946 in Pensacola, he was the son of the late Virgie Dettrey and John Dettrey. Joseph "Joey " was a loving brother, uncle and friend to many. He loved being in the woods, hunting, and fishing. He also enjoyed the company of anyone and everyone. Picking up aluminum cans and turning them in for money to get his hunting gear was a hobby he loved. He is preceded in death by his mother Virgie Dettrey, his Father John Dettrey, and his sweet baby neice Abigail " Abby" Bennett. He is survived by his bothers Micheal Dettrey, Timmy Dettrey, Jessie Dettrey, Ricky Dettrey, and Stevie Dettrey; his sister Teresa McMillion; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. Graveside services and burial will be held at 2:00 PM, Monday, June3, 2019, at the Goode Family Cemetery, Bud Mountain. Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.tankersleyfh.com. The family of Joseph Dettrey is being cared for by Tankersley Funeral Home, Mullens.