Obituary of Joseph M. Royce
Joseph M. Watson Royce, age 45, of Rome, passed away unexpectedly, on August 20, 2022, as a result of an ATV accident.
Joe was born in Fort Knox, KY on June 4, 1977, and graduated from Camden High School. He was a truck driver for over 24 years, and most recently was employed with Colucci Trucking. He enjoyed tinkering on his cars and motorcycles, and taking them for rides.
Joe is survived by his fiancee, Tracey Ferlo; father and step-mother, Michael Watson and Ok Sim; his sisters, Maire Watson and Crystal Myers; a brother, John Watson; his paternal grandparents, Chuck and Mary Watson; several nieces and nephews; and his five dogs, including his special truck dog, Mascot Mia, who traveled with him every day while he was on the road.
Funeral services will be private.
Arrangements are entrusted to the Barry Funeral Home, 807 W. Chestnut Street.
