Born September 15, 1956, passed away unexpectedly on February 4, 2016. Surviving family include her loving husband, Craig, and children, Brian and Lauren, golden retriever, Max, sisters, Leigh Roepke and Paige (John) Julius, father, William Roepke, as well as nieces and nephews. Joy graduated from Moon Valley High School in 1974 and the University of Arizona in 1978. Joy was a caring and devoted wife, incredible mother, trusted friend, and influenced many lives with her genuine kindness, sense of humor and contagious smile. She leaves the gift of life as an organ donor. A memorial celebration will be held on Thursday, February 11, at 4:00 P.M. at Brophy Chapel, 4701 N. Central Ave., Phoenix, Arizona. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Joy’s memory to the Horses Help Joy King Memorial Fund at 2601 E. Rose Garden Ln., Phoenix, Arizona 85050.
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I am very sorry to hear of the loss of your loved one, and would like to offer my sincerest condolences to the family. During this difficult time, I hope you may find comfort in the words and future promise of Revelation 21:4: “And he will wipe out every tear from their eyes, and death will be no more, neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore. The former things have passed away.”
Michael Dupuy
Craig, Lauren and Brian
Our deepest sympathies. “Joy” said it all! She was such a Joy to be with! A loving mother, wife, daughter, sibling and friend. The Joy she brought to all will be sorely missed.
Mike and Shelley Dupuy
Laura Jordan
My heart breaks for you; I am so very, very sorry. Joy and her effervescent personality will be missed.
Margaret Case
Joy was so kind to me when I was a freshman at the UofA. I moved into our sorority house that year and Joy got stuck rooming with a giddy, insecure and overwhelmed girl. She was nothing but patient and caring towards me.
I am deeply sorry that Joy is gone. She gave so much to so many.
Margaret Case
Pam Wilson
I was soooo very very sad to hear about Joy’s passing and my heart goes out to all the family…I will be praying for God’s peace and comfort to surround all of you.
With much love,
Pam Wilson
Stephan Waltz
The Waltz family sends our condolences and wishes all of Joy’s family God’s comfort and love while you grieve her loss.
Lynn Hayes
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this very sad time. May your fondest memories sustain you during the weeks and months ahead. – Lynn Hayes and family