Joyce Ann Wagers

Joyce Ann Wagers, born on November 8, 1954, in Clay County, Kentucky, was the beloved daughter of the late Roy Lee McKnight and Lena Napier McKnight. She was united in marriage to Merle Wagers, who preceded her in death. Joyce was a cherished member of the Union United Baptist Church.

She is survived by her two children, Lena Wilson and husband Doug of East Bernstadt, Kentucky, and Sally Hale and husband Lonnie of London. Joyce also leaves behind five siblings: Beth Connor, Debbie Eaton, and Lois Kelley, all of Kokomo, Indiana; Shirley Holivay of Cleveland, Ohio; and Dorothy McKnight of Indianapolis, Indiana. Her legacy continues through her two grandchildren, Brittany Williams and Brianna Wilson, and one great-grandchild, Autumn Williams, along with a host of other family and friends who mourn her passing.

In addition to her parents, Joyce was preceded in death by her sister, Lula McKnight, and great-grandchild, Gavin Williams.

Joyce Ann Wagers departed this life on Sunday, May 4, 2025, at the age of 70 years, 5 months, and 26 days.

The funeral service for Joyce Ann Wagers were conducted at 12 Noon, Friday in the Bowling Funeral Home Chapel with Roy Hamblin officiating. Burial will follow in Taylor Cemetery in Blackwater, Kentucky.