Obituaries

Joy Carter Rupe

Joy Carter Rupe, 86, of Augusta passed away July 13, 2016. She was a member of Augusta First Baptist Church, homemaker and former business owner. Her strong Christian Faith was exhibited through her love for others. She was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother and enjoyed 56 years of marriage to Wayne R. Rupe. Joy was the daughter of Bart and Grace Carter of Star City, Arkansas. Survivors include, her son, Ronald Wayne Rupe of Searcy and daughter, Joy Lynn Bowen (Bobby) of Augusta, grandchildren, Michael, Lora, Jennifer, Olivia, Michelle, Sarah and several great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Wayne in 2004 and one son, Bobby K. Rupe in 2005. The family will receive friends from 1:30-2:45 p.m. Sunday, July 17th followed by a celebration of her life at 3 p.m. both at the Augusta First Baptist Church. The family would like to give special thanks to her caregivers. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Augusta First Baptist Church.

Published July 16, 2016

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