She was born on August 13, 1956 in Springfield, the daughter of the late Kenneth Eugene and Shirley Lorraine (Hornback) Roberts. She married Lawrence Edward Dobson on June 11, 1977 in Springfield and he preceded her in death on October 21, 2017.
Joyce worked for the State of Illinois Department of Weights and Measures. She loved playing on computers and doing craft projects.
She is survived by her 2 brothers, David C. (wife Jeannette) Roberts and Richard Eugene Roberts, both of Springfield; 2 nieces, Melissa Roberts and Jamie Dobson; a nephew Jonathon Roberts; 4 great nieces and nephews; her mother-in-law Juanita Lockhart; and her sister-in-law Linda Dobson.
Services are under the direction of Bisch and Son Funeral Home, Springfield. Per her wishes, cremation rites were accorded. A graveside memorial service will be held on Friday, November 1, 2019 at 10 am at Camp Butler National Cemetery, Springfield., with Rev. Mark Gifford officiating.
Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society.