Tommy George Joyner
September 4, 1946 ~ October 1, 2014
Tommy George Joyner, Sr., age 68, passed away on Wednesday, October 1, 2014. He was born in Nash County on September 4, 1946, son of the late George Herman Joyner and Carolyn Fisher Joyner. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his brother, Herman "Steve" Steven Joyner.
Tommy retired from the City of Rocky Mount Fire Department after 30 years as a Captain. He also served as a House Manager for the Rocky Mount Elks Lodge. He enjoyed playing golf and watching the Tar Heels play, was a big Nascar fan, and also served his country in the Army for 4 years. Tommy was a loving husband, father, brother and a friend to all who knew him.
He leaves behind to cherish his memory, his wife, Sue Brewer Joyner; his daughter, Cindy Joyner Farrar and husband, Scott of Wilmington, NC. His son, Tommy George Joyner, Jr, and his wife, Jenny of Houston, Texas. He also leaves behind his sisters Gwen Dew and husband, Robert of Rocky Mount; Kathy Bennett and husband, Jimmy of Whitakers, NC and brother, Randy Joyner and his wife Betty of Rocky Mount, NC. He also leaves behind numerous nieces and nephews, Tracy Dew Bissett, Jason Joyner, Melissa Dew Smith, Ashley Joyner, Shannon Joyner McFerren, Jacob Joyner, Julie Bennett Hicks, and Christopher Bennett.
A visitation will be held Friday, October 3, 2014 from 7:00 - 8:30PM at Wheeler and Woodlief Funeral Home. A service to remember Tommy will be held at 11:00am on Saturday, October 4, 2014 at the Wheeler and Woodlief Chapel. Burial will follow the service at Forest Hill Cemetery, Nashville, NC.
Arrangements entrusted to Wheeler and Woodlief Funeral Home, 1130 N. Winstead Avenue, Rocky Mount, NC 27804. You may share memories and condolences with the family by visiting www.wheelerwoodlief.com.
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Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home & Cremation Services
1130 N. Winstead Ave.
Rocky Mount, NC 27804
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Friday 10/3, 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
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Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home & Cremation Services
1130 N. Winstead Ave.
Rocky Mount, NC 27804
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Saturday 10/4, 11:00 am
Cemetery
Forest Hill Cemetery
350 North 1st Street, Ext.
Nashville, NC 27856
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Tommy is leaving this earth , an awfully big void . Thank s for his past service . I did so enjoy his company the short time that I was around him . Hewill be missed by many , and may the Lord watch over each and everyone of you .
In 1978, Captain Tommy Joyner was my very first supervisor at the RMFD. We fought fires together, trained together, and shared many hours of great fellowship at Fire Station #4. In particular, I recall that Tommy really enjoyed homemade pineapple cakes that my Mom would bring by the station from time to time. I know that Tommy loved the fire service and he was a good public servant. Having worn the uniforms of both a U.S. serviceman and as a fireman, we all owe him a great deal of thanks. You were a good man Captain Joyner…I will miss you sir; job well done. Sincerely, J. Keith Harris Rocky Mount Fire Chief (retired)
Sue I am so sorry to hear about Tommy You have been in my prayers. Love Sandra Lamm
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