Julie Ann Luce was born on December 26, 1967, in Glens Falls, New York, to William Allen and Patty (Falls) Allen, and passed away peacefully on November 17, 2024, at her residence.

Known to many as "JuJu," Julie was loved by all who knew her. She cherished her family, had a special fondness for frogs, and adored spending time with her grandchildren.

Julie is survived by her husband, Larry Mettlen of Broaddus; her children, Anthony Allen of Utah, Jay Harris of Utah, Elizabeth Harris of Pollok, Roger Soignet of Pollok, Kacey and Richard McCarty of Broaddus, and Paul Proctor of Corpus Christi; her grandchildren, Jace Allen, Baylee Harris, Celica, Jazmine, Jeremiah, "Boy" Jadin, Maggie, Evan, Andrew McCarty, Maverick, Malia, Mason, Mabry Proctor, David, Elizabeth, Boo, and Morgan, as well as 14 great-grandchildren; her sister, Rebecca Nelson of Lufkin; her brother and sister-in-law, Bo and Maryann Allen of Iowa; her sister,   and numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents, William and Patty Allen; her aunt, Gailynn Allen; her uncle, Jimmie Allen; and her sister, Diane Mettlen.

Julie will be deeply missed but lovingly remembered by her family, friends, and community.

Graveside services for Julie Ann "JuJu" Mettlen Luce, 56, of Pollok, will be held on Friday, November 22, 2024, at 3:00 p.m. at Shooks Bluff Cemetery, located at County Road 2832, Wells, TX 75976 (Cherokee County), with Pastor D.W. Summers officiating.

Zavalla UPC Church
256 Colwell St
Zavalla TX 75980

Will be providing food for the family and friends after the funeral service at the gravesite.