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Surrounded by love and family, Joyce Madine Simpson passed away peacefully June 16, 2022, at her daughter’s home in Pullman at the vibrant, youthful age of 87, joining her husband, John; and son, “Budd”.

She was born Jan. 26, 1935, in Bull Swamp, S.C., in her family home and spent most of her younger years there, a true “southern belle” at heart.

Joyce married Archie Catron and had three children — Cheryl, Sharron and Archie Jr. (known as “Budd”).

Archie Sr.’s military career moved the family around the country and eventually to Idaho. Sometime later, Joyce made the d...