Joice Lee Blackson

Joice Lee Blackson, 78, of Fuquay-Varina, passed from this life on June 3, 2024, after a courageous fight due to complications from a stroke.

Joice was born on August 10, 1945, in Titusville, PA. She is survived by her loving husband of almost 52 years, Earl (Bud) Blackson, her son, Pierre Lauffer (Cindy Shea) of Chapel Hill, and daughters, Lori Blackson of Benson, and Cheri (John) Westfall of Rensselaer, NY. Also survived by her sister Georgia (Robert) Beauchat, and 6 grandchildren, 5 great-grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews.

Joice was preceded in death by her youngest son, Dana Lauffer, parents, Leland Maze and Ada (Strawbrigde) Maze.

One of her many joys in life was knitting and crafting articles of clothing for cancer patients through a local church. She also found much joy in crafting and creating one-of-a-kind pieces for all her family. With her death she leaves a legacy of dedication, love, and much work caring for others. She will be missed by all who knew her.

A memorial service will be held at a later time.