Joyce R. Piquette
Aug. 16, 1945 – Feb. 21, 2010
Born at Kalispell, Montana grew up in Flathead Valley and graduated from Flathead County high school. She attended the Univ. of Montana in Missoula and was married to James Roberts in Missoula in 1963. They made their home in Missoula where she had worked many years for the Michael Mansfield Foundation. James preceded her in death in 1965. She then married David Flaccus in Missoula, they later divorced. She spent time in the Gulf War as a Navy civilian contractor. She was married to John Piquette and they made their home in Charlo, Montana, he preceded her in death. She had worked as a communication administrator for the Taipei American School. She moved to Keizer, Oregon in 2004 and had worked as a secretary for the Oregon Dept, of Justice. She moved to Aumsville 3 yrs. ago.
She enjoyed quilting, needlepoint and taking care of other people.
She is survived by her son, James (Juanita) Roberts of Seattle, WA; father, Gary(Jean) Cusick of Sublimity; mother, Betty May Walter-Day of Rancho Mirage, CA; brother, Gary (Teri) Cusick Jr. of San Jose, CA; sister, Mary Alice (David) Bartunek of Pueblo, Colorado; 1/2 brother, Dan Dalager of Midland, Texas; grandchildren, Adam & Hannah Roberts of Seattle.
Private interment will be held.
Online condolences to: www.Weddle-Funeral.Com
Arrangements by Weddle Funeral Services, Stayton, OR
I worked with Joyce at The Mansfield Center for Pacific Affairs on the campus of The University of Montana for a couple of years back in the early 90’s. Joyce was a lot of fun to be around, a very hard worker, and she always had a smile on her face.
Joyce was the type of person we refer to as “a giver”. I feel fortunate to have known Joyce. May she rest in peace.
James, I knew your mother and father. Your father was a friend and roommate of a guy I was engaged to when they were college students in Missoula. I was truly sorry to hear of the passing of your mother. She was a very sweet person who loved you so much. The last time I saw her was in 1966 when I moved to Denver. That was the last time I saw you and over the years I have often wondered where you and Joyce were. Your father was very proud to have you in his life. I pray that you have wonderful memories of your mother to hold dear to your heart. Judy Minteer
As if it were yesterday……I counted Joyce as my friend, even if we saw each other seldom the last few years. Indeed, she was a pillar of integrity in all things professional, personal, political – and master/mistress extraordinaire of literary content/comment. She was joyful, kind, and fiercely loyal to family and friends. This earthly stage will miss her, everywhere she has been, and those who knew her…..”back in the day”.
In Ponderosa Country, Judy Arledge
Hi Jim, I was sorry to read of your moms death.I have often wondered where you all moved too.Your mom was a good friend and I think she would have enjoyed being a grandma.I’d love to hear from you. Bless You & your family,
Mary Anne
Jim,
I heard of your mothers passing and wanted to send my condolences to you and your family. Sorry my old friend…
Mark Long
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Jim, I met your mother in 2003, in Missoula. She graciously allowed me to live with her for 3 months, till my house sold and I got a place of my own. She was a wonderful, kind, loving person and I will never forget her. She spoke often of you, with much love. So sorry for your loss.
Rita