Joyce Rogness
Joyce Rogness, 87, peacefully passed away on Thursday Aug. 1, 2024, at her home in Watford City, N.D., with family by her side.
Joyce Helen (Boots) Rogness was born July 15, 1937, to Lajoi and Florence (Murray) Boots. She was the second of four children. Joyce married Ardell Rogness on June 26, 1954, and to this Union was born one son, Raymond Ardell (Tinkie). Joyce was blessed with three grandchildren; Heather, Jenna, Skyler, three great-grandchildren; Chase, Teigan, and Riley.
Growing up, Joyce had a very special bond with her father. While Joyce sang and played guitar, her father played fiddle. Together, they traveled and performed at many barn dances and weddings in the area. This began a love for music that carried on throughout her entire life. Joyce and Ardell owned and operated the City Bar in Watford City for two decades. During those years they sponsored dozens of softball and baseball teams, served thousands of pounds of slush burgers and baked beans, 20 Christmas Eves of endless Tom and Jerry’s, and enjoyed thousands of Friday nights filled with friends, beers, laughs, and darts.
Joyce and Ardell spent many Winters snow birding in Apache Junction, Ariz., with their furry companion Sam. During this time many lifelong friends from all over the United States were made. Joyce was a dedicated member of the Eagles Club and Auxiliary and enjoyed spending time with the members. She especially loved spending time with her closest friends Becky, Claudia, and Sharon.
Joyce is survived by her three grandchildren, Heather, Jenna, and Skyler; three great-grandchildren, Chase, Teigan, and Riley; many nieces and nephews; and great-nieces and nephews; and many friends that she dearly loved.
Joyce was preceded in death by her husband of 60 years, Ardell; one son, Raymond; both parents; two sisters, Mava (Bunny) and Wanda; one brother, Duane (Jake); one nephew, Joie; one niece, Starr; and one great-great niece, Lillian. Joyce will be missed by many.
Celebration of Life Services were held Saturday, Aug. 10, 2024, at 11 a.m. at the Eagles Club in Watford City, N.D. Chaplain Rob Favorite officiated. A luncheon followed the service for a time of fellowship and sharing. Joyce was laid to rest at Teepee Buttes Cemetery in Watford City, N.D. Fulkerson Stevenson Funeral Home of Watford City, N.D., is assisting the family. Remembrances, condolences, and pictures may be shared with the family at www.fulkersons.com