Joan Roush
Joan Lucille Roush, “Maggi”, entered into eternal life on August 17, 2016 at the age of seventy-four years. The ones who will continue her legacy are her husband and love of 58 years, Davis F. Roush, Jr.; the pride of her life; children Scott Roush and wife Melissa, Kelli Roush Killen and husband Matthew, and Rick Roush; the joys of her life; grandchildren Heather Roush Rogers and husband Marc, Erin and Michael Killen, Sage, Seth, and Sean Roush; and great-grandchildren AJ and Wyatt Rogers.
Other family and friends who were very special to Joan and brought her so much happiness; Rob and Rick Bean; Aunt Betty Ream, Cousin Debbie Ream and Cousin Dan Ream; David and Lynda Malone; Janie Wilson; Dean Wells; Sharon Gaston; Janina West; Mikki McMichael; Nate and Teddy Simmiok; Vernieca and Ryan Luerssen; Charles Epperson and Susan Epperson Smith; Bill Ferguson; Dan and Bertie Bailey; Ron and Karen Cafourek; Dick and Jimmie Morger, Gerald Smith; Martin Winslow; Kate Huff; Dr. Michael Moore; Bob and Nancy Pekarek; Bob and Donna Ross; Dave and Katie Black, and her many friends at Hospice.
Those who greeted her upon arrival are her brother Charles “Max” Rowlett; parents Lester and Maxine Rowlett; in-laws Davis F. and Thelma Roush; Uncle Pete Ream; Grandmother Almer Ream and grand-daughter Shelby Dawn Roush.
Joan was born September 19th 1941 on a rural Howell County farm. She lived her early life working on this farm and educating herself for life. Married in 1960 she started her family and worked at Howell Oregon Electric. As her family grew, she continued to advance and support them with owning and running a restaurant for many years, then working with the state finding jobs for the unemployed, and later she entered nursing school in her early forties and began another career helping others. Throughout this time she assured her family knew the gospel by living it every day. With retirement, she continued an ongoing service oriented life dedicated to her family and others and spent many hours volunteering with Hospice care. Always striving to glorify God in her daily actions, she was a continuous example of steady grace and dignity. She will be missed and will carry on through the many people she touched and influenced.
Graveside services for Joan Lucille Roush, will be held at 6:30 p.m., Friday, August 19, 2016 at Howell Memorial Park Cemetery, under the direction of Robertson-Drago Funeral Home.
Patricia D. Tharp (Crabtree)
August 18, 2016 @ 7:04 am
I am so sorry to hear about this. Mrs. Roush was a very sweet lady. I know this will leave a void for all of you. God Bless.
Sheri Rowlett
August 18, 2016 @ 9:14 am
Uncle Davis, Rick, Kelli, and Scott, I am very sorry for your loss. You all have my prayers and love…always.
Cousin Sheri Rowlett
Linda Webb Morris
August 18, 2016 @ 10:57 am
From the Gene & Betty Webb Family – Sending our prayers & thoughts to your family during this time. Cousin Karen C. & I keep in touch through texting & calls & she let us know. We are sorry for your loss. Linda Webb Morris
Clay and Phyllis Gruben
August 18, 2016 @ 2:12 pm
Dr. Roush and family, so sorry to hear this news. OUr prayers and warm wishes are with you and your family. May God bless you and help you to move pass this loss. In Christian love, Clay and Phyllis
Sharon &Mike Gaston
August 18, 2016 @ 2:18 pm
I have a sweet memory of sitting at Maxine’s piano with her accompanying Joan and I as we practiced a duet for church. Such a blessing to me. Joan’s mom could play that piano. I can see the family reunion in heaven. Bet there is music there that they will add to. We will all feel the void that Joan has left us. God bless this fine family.
Darrell And Esther Strain
August 18, 2016 @ 2:42 pm
Sorry to hear of your mother’s death, Dr. Roush.
Our prayers.
Mary (Gentry) Coffey
August 18, 2016 @ 2:44 pm
I was so stunned and sorry to hear the terrible news of Joan’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you Davis and your family at this most difficult time. Joan was a special person and I considered her a good friend all through high school and beyond. She will be missed and I pray God will bless and comfort you until you see her again in Heaven.
Mary (Gentry) Coffey
David and Carrie Thompson
August 18, 2016 @ 5:12 pm
So sad to hear of Joan’s passing. Our sympathy to her family. May God comfort and give you peace during this time of grief.
David and Carrie Thompson
Olivia Dixon
August 18, 2016 @ 5:54 pm
So sorry to learn of Joan’s death. She lived a beautiful life and was a joy to be around. She always saw the best in everyone. Her wonderful smile will be missed by all who knew her.
Larry David
August 18, 2016 @ 6:02 pm
So sorry. You are in our prayers.
Larry and Linda David
Bob and Shirley Arnold
August 18, 2016 @ 6:33 pm
Davis, we are so sorry for your loss. I was shocked Tuesday when Dave Black told me that she was gravely ill. God blessed you with a helpmate for 58 years. You and your family have many wonderful memories. She is with the Lord, but her memories will always remain in your hearts. Davis, I know the days are dark now, but in time, the sun will shine again. May God be your strength, your refuge and help in these troubling times. We are here if we can help you in any way. You are in our prayers.
In Christ,
Bob & Shirley
Debbie (Ross) Patterson
August 18, 2016 @ 11:21 pm
Davis, Rick, Kelli, & Scott…..all of you are in our hearts. It was a privilege to call Joan my friend. Our family will miss her.
Rod Hammond
August 19, 2016 @ 1:18 am
Thoughts and prayers for all. I am sorry for your loss.
Hassel and Alice Vandergriff
August 19, 2016 @ 7:21 am
We are so very sorry for your loss; you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Jim & Jeanne Swope
August 19, 2016 @ 8:39 am
Roush Family,
Joan was a very special person and we are very saddened to hear of her death. Our deepest sympathy to all of you at this time.
Dana Fine Turner
August 19, 2016 @ 10:31 am
Rick, Davis, and family I am sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Mary Kellum
August 19, 2016 @ 10:38 am
What a precious lady! My heart and prayers are with all of you. My prayer is for grace and mercy to all her loved ones. She touched so many and will always be remembered.
Larry and Pam Coffman
August 19, 2016 @ 12:20 pm
We are so very sorry to hear about Joan. I had the best visit with her a week ago. She was a very special lady. May God give you all comfort during this time.
Marie Orchard
August 19, 2016 @ 3:58 pm
Joan was more than just a friend to me; she was my mentor and a true blessing in my life. I loved her dearly and will miss her deeply.
Our deepest sympathies during your time of loss. Please know that we are here for you. With Love,
Duane & Marie Orchard
Howard and Linda Henry
August 21, 2016 @ 4:51 pm
Davis and Family,
We were very sorry to hear about Joan. We had good memories of the two of you in high school. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Harb and Linda
Melinda DeShazo Brenton
August 21, 2016 @ 8:30 pm
Mr Roush, Scott, and families: there simply are no words at this point, to share, other than, I am thankful that Joan left no doubt in each of your hearts of where she is now waiting for each of you.
May God bring to mind, the precious memories, more and more, to replace these past few days…
vicki tackitt cooper
August 23, 2016 @ 1:16 pm
I am so sorry for your family’s loss. May God comfort you with his love and peace that surpasses all understanding. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Barbara Alsup
August 28, 2016 @ 3:11 pm
Davis and family,
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. Joan was a very special person and will be missed by many. Prayers for comfort and peace.
Theresa M Glinn Chesser
September 8, 2016 @ 1:43 pm
Glinn Family
Our condolences go out to you. All us girls remember Joan fondly. I especially remember the youth parties we had at the restaurant in Mt. View so long ago. Her love and devotion to Christ is remembered. May God give you peace and comfort at this time.