Joyce Weiderman Rogers' Obituary
Joyce Weiderman Rogers of Covington, LA unexpectedly, but peacefully danced her way into Heaven on May 7, 2020. She was born on October 28, 1936 in Clio, LA to the late George and Myrtle (Hutchinson) Weiderman.
Joyce is survived by her children Kathleen Ann Rogers, Karen Rogers Larson (Jay), and Mark Joseph Rogers (Gayana) and her nine grandchildren Joshua Rogers, Emmanuel Rogers, Olivia Larson, David Rogers, Emma Larson, Lars Larson, Danna Rogers, Kate Larson, and Mabel Larson. She is also survived by her sisters Myrtle Weiderman Costanza (the late Russell, Jr.) and Margie Weiderman Verriere (Leon), as well as her best friend and square-dancing partner Billy Lynchard.
Joyce was born in Clio, LA and spent her cherished younger years there. She later moved to New Orleans with her family and attended St. Rose de Lima, St. Joseph Academy and Dominican College. She later graduated with a Masters in Social Work, had a fulfilling career as a social worker, and retired from the state of Louisiana in 1995. Joyce was a founding member of Ozone Squares, formally known as The Square C’s, and danced with the Tammany Twirlers. Family, Scrabble, music, and dance put the ‘Joy’ in Joyce. Joyce will be fondly remembered by her family and friends for her laughter, smile, and her ability to turn everything into a song.
A visitation for Joyce will take place at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, May 16, 2020 in the chapel of E. J. Fielding Funeral Home 2260 West 21 st Ave, Covington, La 70433, interment will immediately follow and take place in Pinecrest Memorial Gardens, Covington, LA.
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