Frances “Frankie” Joyner Tilley

Frances "Frankie" Joyner Tilley, 69, a lifelong resident of Rocky Mount, passed away on May 10, 2017 at Nash General Hospital. She was born in Nash County, NC on April 9, 1948 and she was the daughter of the late David Worth and Frances Hackney Joyner, also of Rocky Mount. Frankie was a loving wife, devoted mother, grandmother, and aunt who touched the lives of many throughout her life. She was an enduring and endearing friend by those who knew her. Her unassuming style, kindred spirit, and engaging personality immediately made even strangers comfortable in her presence. A rare characteristic was that Frankie never spoke ill of anyone and once you met her she left an indelible mark, making her a friend for life. Frankie leaves behind to cherish her memory, devoted husband, Mac Tilley; daughters, Marcie Harlow Coyne and husband, Mark, of Chapel Hill; and Julia Harlow Levy and husband, Jeff, of Rocky Mount. She is also survived by grandchildren, Josh and Katie of Chapel Hill; and brother, David Worth Joyner, Jr., of Raleigh. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, May 13, 2017 at 1:00 PM at Church of the Good Shepherd, 231 N. Church Street, Rocky Mount. Visitation with the family will immediately follow the service. The family would like to thank the staff who took part in her care at Nash General Hospital. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Church of the Good Shepherd, 231 N. Church Street, Rocky Mount, NC 27804. Arrangements entrusted to Wheeler and Woodlief Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 1130 N. Winstead Avenue, Rocky Mount, NC 27804. You may share memories and condolences with the family by visiting www.wheelerwoodlief.com. Visitation Church of the Good Shepherd Episcopal Church 231 N. Church Street Rocky Mount, NC 27804 ID ) ); ?>"> --> 252-442-1134 --> | Saturday 5/13, 2:00 pm Memorial Church of the Good Shepherd Episcopal Church 231 N. Church Street Rocky Mount, NC 27804 ID ) ); ?>"> --> 252-442-1134 --> | Saturday 5/13, 1:00 pm