Joyce Elaine Kopet
Posted By Ballard Sunder Funeral Home On December 29, 2019 @ 7:39 pm In 2019,Obituaries | 13 Comments
Joyce Elaine Kopet, age 64 of Shakopee, passed away on December 27, 2019 after enduring numerous health complications. A funeral service will be held on Friday, January 10, 2020 at 11AM with a visitation starting at 9:30AM at St. John’s Lutheran Church, 119 West 8th Street, Shakopee. Pastor Gary Kinkel will preside and Joyce will be laid to rest at Valley Cemetery in Shakopee.
In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred and will be distributed by Joyce’s family in her honor.
On October 26, 1955 in Canby, MN, Joyce was born to parents Gilbert and Ardis (Ouverson) Johnson. She was one of six children. The family lived throughout southwestern Minnesota. Following Joyce’s graduation from Springfield High School, she continued her education at Wilmar Technical College and Minnesota State University Mankato.
While earning her degree in Correctional Law Enforcement, Joyce worked as a police dispatcher. After 32 years with the Shakopee Corrections Facility, Joyce retired from her role as a lieutenant corrections officer.
On October 15, 1988, Joyce married Gerald Kopet in Marshall, MN. They settled in Shakopee to raise their family. Joyce was an exceptional wife and mother. She was loving, caring and dedicated. The family enjoyed camping, fishing, and visiting relatives. In 2010, Joyce retired and began traveling more with friends and family. She traveled throughout America—New Orleans, Branson, Arizona, and took numerous cruises.
A charismatic, strong willed woman, Joyce is loved and missed by her husband of 31 years, Gerald Kopet; children, Jessica Kopet and Jeffrey Kopet; sister, Bette (Dale) Rolland; brothers-in-law, Butch Abel, Richard Roles; many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Joyce is greeted in Heaven by her parents; siblings, Douglas Johnson, Barbara Abel, Donna Roles and infant brother, Gilbert Jr. Johnson; nephew, Troy Buysse.
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My heart aches, my deepest condolences to the family, it just doesn’t seem the same without you big Joyce. I am honored to have been your little Joyce. Rest In Paradise cuz, you will be missed and you will always be my big Joyce!
I’m so very sorry for your loss. I came to know your family through Gilbert. You are one amazing family and have left an everlasting impression in my life. My heart is aching for all of you. My deepest condolences.
JERRY SORRY JOYCE HAD PASSED AWAY
So sorry for your loss, Joyce will be missed.
Jerry and family…..words cannot describe how the tears are calling can my cheeks. Joycie was a ray of sunshine.. always had a smile and much positivity…..she will be missed! Many many fond memories of my little cousin…..hugs!!
So sorry that Joyce has passed away. We met long ago while attending college in Willmar. I will always remember that warm smile and quick wit. She is now in the loving arms of our Lord and Savior. May you find comfort knowing she is loved.
I was chaplain at Shakopee while Joyce was there. She was an excellent staff and person. It was anhonor to sork with her.
To the family of Joyce Kopet, my deepest condolences to all of you. I worked with Joyce in Corrections . She was a mentor to me and a overall wonderful lady. God bless you all and give you strength. She will be missed.
I am so sorry to hear of Joyce’s passing
We enjoyed her very much as a sub at our school
She kept us laughing for sure! She was such a character and will be missed at Shakopee schools❤️
Sorry to hear about the loss of your mom Jess and Jeff. Sending thoughts and prayers to your family.
Thoughts and prayers are with you. I will miss Joyce; I have such fond memories of her. Much love.
My thoughts & prayers are with you. So sorry for your loss
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So sorry to hear of your moms passing Jess. I’m sending lots of warm thoughts and prayers to you and your family during this time. I hope your hearts are warmed with good memories of your mama.