Joyce Elaine Roupe, 70, of Four States, died Monday, October 16, 2023 at her residence with her family by her side. She was born January 20, 1953 in Fairmont, a daughter of the late Abraham Leonard “Ted” and Alta Dale Lawler Watson. Joyce was formerly a licensed beautician but spent most of her life caring for her sister’s children and grandchildren. She enjoyed spending time with her family, traveling with her husband John, and making sure to bridge any gaps between family in hopes of keeping the large family bond and traditions alive.
Joyce is survived by her husband of 43 years, John Howard Roupe of Four States, her daughter Lynda “Little Lynda” Tulanowski of Carolina, two grandchildren, Tiara Brooklyn Tulanowski of Carolina and Arthur Thomas “Ty” Tulanowski and wife Brooke of Idamay, and three great-grandchildren, Tommy, Tyus and Evaya Tulanowski of Idamay. Also surviving are three sisters, Charlotte Watson Rohrbaugh of Four States, Nancy Sokolosky and her husband Joseph of Rachel and Shelia Watson Amant and her husband John of Missouri. Joyce and John had one Godchild, Paul “Dale” Prince Jr of Four States, three in-laws, Andrea Roupe Taylor, Alisa Roupe Tennant and husband Daniel, all of Mannington, as well as several nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents, Joyce was preceded in death by eight siblings, two brothers, Dorsey Leonard Watson and Terry Watson, both from Four States, six sisters, Clarice Prince of Four States, Shirley Watson Davis of Missouri, Roberta May Watson of Four States, Carolyn Watson Swisher of Four States, Linda Watson Elliott and Deloris Jean Tennant, both of Fairmont.
Joyce was a devoted Christian and was a wonderful person who was always there to help anyone who needed it. The family wishes to express their gratitude for the many acts of kindness that has been shown with a special thank you to Jacob and the Hospice Crew, your care and support has been invaluable.
Cremation has been chosen as Joyce’s final disposition with no services scheduled at this time. Masters Funeral Home in Mannington has been placed in care of the final arrangements.
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My deepest sympathy John and family.
Thank you Master’s Funeral Home for being amazingly helpful and quick to respond to any questions or concerns. Your compassion made the bad moment easier to handle, I want to thank you 🙏 ~Lynda
John, We are so sorry for your loss and all of the suffering that Joyce went through. You know that she is with God now and is at peace. We pray that time will soften your hurt and that you will focus now on the lifetime of memories you and Joyce created.
Love Jody and Jessie
Praying for comfort for the family.
Lynda. Sweetheart, I know your heart is broken. You are in my heart and prayers. Love you.
She was an amazing aunt and also mother figure to us all love her dearly will miss her always. Heaven gained a beautiful angle. I know her sisters and brothers were waiting for her when she arrived. All my love