Horace Lee Joyner
December 28, 1958 ~ July 2, 2018
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ROCKY MOUNT - Horace Lee Joyner, age 59, passed away on Monday, July 2, 2018. Born in Nash County, NC on December 28, 1958, he was the son of Wiley Burrell Joyner, Jr. and Marie Smith Joyner. He also was preceded in death by his brother-in-law Kenny Rogers.
Horace was a member of Englewood Baptist Church where he celebrated being saved by his Lord and Savior in 2017. A man larger than life and always filled with laughter and excitement, Horace possessed a personality in which those around him would automatically gravitate to. A mainstay at the Good Tymes Club of Rocky Mount, a club for which he owned and operated for 35 years, it can be said that Horace was always there with open doors, open arms, tasty food, and laughter which would last throughout the night. Many wonderful memories were made with his patrons, or better his extended family, especially on Thursdays and Sundays when Horace would spend the day cooking for all those who would come out to attend the many bike events at the club.
A life-long motorcycle lover, Horace had a passion for building and working on various bikes, especially his "baby" Old Glory. There wasn't a motorcycle, chopper, or any other wheeled vehicle Horace couldn't fix, make better or faster as long as he had a socket wrench in hand. Over the many years, he traveled across the country with his son and friends to various bike events and runs, making new friends along the way.
Many things can be said and will be remembered about Horace, but the one that will most be cherished was Horace's belief in giving onto others. He was a humble man of many charitable deeds. He would gladly give the shirt off his back to help another in need and where ever there was a cause or plea for help, Horace was there to give more than his share, never asking for anything in return. His commitment to his family as a loyal husband, a loving father, and a dedicated friend. Not a special date would go by in which Horace would not make sure you were remembered. From birth dates of those he loved, ensuring they enjoyed a cake or a card on their special day, to making sure those around him were fed, as he was an excellent cook, Horace will be dearly missed, but his uplifting quote, "Everybody have a blessed day" will never be forgotten.
Horace leaves behind to cherish his memory his wife of 33 years, Barbara Marlowe Joyner of Rocky Mount; his son Jeremy Joyner and his wife, Samantha, of Whitakers; and his sister Cindy Joyner Rogers of Rocky Mount. He will also be remembered by his mother-in-law, Jeanette Marlowe of Rocky Mount; his brother-in-law Randy Marlowe and his wife, Carol, of Winder, GA; several nieces and nephews; and his two four-leg fur babies, Dixie and Bandit.
A Celebration of Horaces Life will be held on Monday, July 9, 2018 at 6:00 PM at Englewood Baptist Church, 1350 S Winstead Ave, Rocky Mount, NC 27803, with Mr. Kenny Dickerson officiating. Visitation with the family will be from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM on Sunday, July 8, 2018 at Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home and Cremation Services.
Following the Celebration of Horaces Life, friends are welcome to accompany the family on a Memorial Motorcycle Ride from the church to the Good Tymes Club of Rocky Mount in memory of Horace.
In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made in Horace's memory to either St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, P.O. Box 1000, Department 142, Memphis, TN 38148-0142; Sport Evangelism & Mission (SEAM Inc), 2022 Singletree Lane, Rocky Mount, NC 27804; or to Eastern Carolinas Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA), 110 Cinema Drive, Unit A, Wilmington, NC 28403.
Arrangements entrusted to Wheeler & 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.
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Visitation with the family will be from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM on Sunday, July 8, 2018 at Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home and Cremation Services.
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Monday 7/9, 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
A Celebration of Horaces Life will be held on Monday, July 9, 2018 at 6:00 PM at Englewood Baptist Church, 1350 S Winstead Ave, Rocky Mount, NC 27803, with Mr. Kenny Dickerson officiating.
Following the Celebration of Horaces Life, friends are welcome to accompany the family on a Memorial Motorcycle Ride from the church to the Good Tymes Club of Rocky Mount in memory of Horace.
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In memory of Horace Lee Joyner, Barbara Lariz lit a candle
May you Rest In Peace. You will be missed.🙏🏻
Prayers for the family. I first met Horace when we were about 13 years old & he got me into bowling back then. He always helped others & his mom & dad did also. It’s been many years the last time I seen him. I do wish I had went back to Rocky Mount to see some old friends. I know he will be missed by many. 🙏
my deepest regards to the family.. RIP fine man
Our thoughts and prayers are are with everyone who loved and admired a wonderful human being that will never be forgotten. Rest in peace Horace Joyner you were larger than life yet always humble. God speed my friend.
Gone too soon and NEVER to be forgotten. RIP Horace
In memory of Horace Lee Joyner, Brenda Vick lit a candle
Prayers are with you God Bless
Prayers to the family, he will be missed!
In memory of Horace Lee Joyner, Darlene Spencer-Harris lit a candle
Your family has my deepest condolences. Although I’m sure I’ve met him, but if not he seemed to have been a very nice person. He resembles Glenn. May God bless his family.
In memory of Horace Lee Joyner, Tootsie lit a candle
Sincere condolences to the family and friends of Horace. I only met him once…on the day of my sister Tessa’s memorial service, but he left great memories behind. May his spirit live on! RIP Horace
In memory of Horace Lee Joyner, Sandra Alford lit a candle
Heaven sure gained a good one when Horace arrived. He is going to be sorely missed here. Prayers to the family, and friends, who are definitely missing him.
Horace, you will be dearly missed by many my brother! You had a heart as big as all outdoors. Sending love and prayers to Barbara and Jeremy! I love and miss you! Until we meet again!
I loved you like a brother. I will never forget your caring heart. Many times you traveled the extra mile for those less fortunate. ……………Somehow I manipulated you into allowing me to pay for our last meal together. When we see one another again, it’s on you my friend. Rest In Peace
So sorry for your loss. May God comfort you and your family. Horace was a very caring, loving family man
My prayers for peace and comfort at this time for family & friends, R.I.P Horace Joyner.
sending prayers to family.
prayer for family.
You will be missed. PRAYERS to the family and friends. Rex and Vicki Robbins
Rest in peace Horace. You touched so many lives. I will miss you dearly just as the rest of our family will. Love you always cousin. …… Genia
My heartfelt Condolences to all his family! May your memories comfort you. I know my brother, Royce Lumley, was very fond of Horace! God Bless
Horace you will be missed so much by your family and friends. We love you
Horace was a great friend to me and a great friend and neighbor to my grandmother and aunt, who lived across the street on Avalon Road in Rocky Mount when I was growing up. I’ll always remember his wonderful smile, kindness and upbeat personality. We played all the games kids play back then and Horace even had a horse he rode with my aunt (Janice Booth) and I, which my aunt owned. You could always look across the street and see Horace in the garage with his dad tinkering on something. RIP my friend. You will be dearly missed. My condolences to the family.
Thinking of Horace’s many friends and his family at this sad time.
Rip Horace thank you for all the times you stood up on the school bus for the girls! You were a treasure to all that knew him rest easy my friend❤️🙏
Barbara and Jermey our prayers are with you and your family , May God’s amazing Grace be with all during this time, his smile and hugs and big heart will always be in our Memories May God be with All 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏. Ed & Patsy Jones.
In memory of Horace Lee Joyner, Debbie Alsto lit a candle
In memory of Horace Lee Joyner, Michelle Pitts Vuinovich lit a candle
All my prayers for Barbara and Jeremy I am so sorry for your loss!! I only met you both a few times but I was always greeted with a smile and laughter. YOU both made me feel at home with your LOVE and Southern Charm!!
In memory of Horace Lee Joyner, Wanda Fulford Manning lit a candle
Horace was truly a unique character and it was my pleasure to have known him. He will be missed by all he touched. Sincerely, Boo President Nam Knights of America, MC
I am so sorry for the families loss. Did not know Mr Joyner but knew his sister Cindy. May prayer is for God to comfort each one of you during this time and the days to come. May his memories give you comfort in the days to come. God bless you.
Always a smile on his face when I walked in the door
Deepest Condolences to the family
In memory of Horace Lee Joyner, Jim Daniel & Christy Anderson lit a candle
I’m so sorry for your loss he was a good man and always made me smile and felt welcomed you are in my prayers.
We have known Horace for many, many years, and as most people that met him, we considered him a great friend. He always greeted everyone with open arms and a smile, and never hesitated to lend a helping hand to anyone who needed it. They say the good die young, and this couldn’t be more true in this case. Horace was truly a light in this dark world. I know he is rejoicing in Heaven right now and that is what we all must remember as we grieve here. Our deepest condolences to Barbara, Jeremy, and his entire family. And what a huge family he has, as he was the type of person that wasn’t just a friend, he was family to just about everyone that had the pleasure of knowing him. ❤️
In memory of Horace Lee Joyner, Billy Perry lit a candle
Barbara and Jeremy my heart broke into a million pieces when I heard of Horace’s tragic accident and his passing. Heaven gained a true Earth Angel, he was one the finest and caring gentleman I’ve ever met. Always there for everyone else when needed. I pray for your family to find comfort during this time.
Horace will be greatly missed in this community he was definately 1 of a kind and a very special man. Prayers to Barbara and Jeremy and all his family!!!!
I was truly blessed for this man to be apart of my life for the past 8 years. He was and will forever be my friend and always be apart of my heart.. Love you my BROTHER!! R..I..P Horace Joyner Jeff Cooke
Sending prayers & love to family & friends. May God bless y’all!!!
Barbara, my prayers are with you and your family. I will miss him coming into my office for his hug from me.
In memory of Horace Lee Joyner, Rose Taylor lit a candle
In memory of Horace Lee Joyner, Darryl and Vickie Graham lit a candle
R. I. P. Horace, So sorry for the loss to your family.
In memory of Horace Lee Joyner, Bonnie Wilson lit a candle
Horace was one of a kind.. Praying for the family..
In memory of Horace Lee Joyner, Brian Peele & Angie Ellis lit a candle
RIP
No words can change such a tradegy! Horace was a great man and we miss him already! Our love and prayers are with Barbara, Jeremy & Samantha, families and friends!! I know Horace has entered the gates on his Steele Horse and smiling down!! May you have peace knowing Horace has been called home to continue his love and kindness!
In memory of Horace Lee Joyner, Diana lit a candle
In memory of Horace Lee Joyner, Melanie Bower lit a candle
Til we meet again and I know we will…I say that your mom and dad and you are real happy right now. I’ll always remember your help, friendship, teaching me a lot on the pool table, hugs and smiles to lift me up when I was down, the beach trip in your Corvette many moons ago. Your heart and smile were bigger than life itself Horace. I met you when I was 18 and so glad I had the privilege to call you my friend. Love you and hugs to mom and pop. CONTINUED SPECIAL PRAYERS FOR BARBARA AND JEREMY AND ALL WHO WERE CLOSE TO YOU AND KNEW YOU, CAUSE LIFE WONT BE THE SAME FOR SO MANY ON THIS EARTH WITHOUT YOU HERE! I PRAY THAT PEACE, COMFORT AND THE LOVE OF JESUS WILL SURROUND ALL AND BRING THE SUNSHINE THAT YOU GAVE !! LOVE YOU HORACE !!
Horace You were a Special Kind Of Person . You helped Many a person out . My Heart Breaks thinking about never seeing you again in this Life . Prayers for Barbara & Jeremy . You will be Missed by Many .
Loved by so many!! Never forgotten!! YOUR WINGS WERE READY BUT WE WERE NOT!!PRAYERS FOR BARBARA AND ALL THE FAMILY N FRIENDS !! LOVE ALWAYS, FISH’S NIECE SISSY
You will be missed dearly so sorry prayers for family and friends you were loved by all fly high friend
Barbara, Jeremy and family. …. keeping you all in my prayers. Horace was one of a kind and will live on in our memories. I will always remember the many Good Tymes that were had. God Bless you all. ♡ ♡ ♡
My heart goes out to Horace’s family. Horace was my first bookkeeping client, other than my mother, many years ago. Over the years I got to see him grow into a good man with a big heart of gold. I’m so thankful to have known him. He will be missed by so many. My prayers are with you.
Thoughts and Prayers to all
I am so very sorry for your loss Barbara & Jeremy. Sending lots of love hugs & prayers in the days to come. Johnnie, Joy, Grey & Rita Cobb
I have known Horace sence I was about 12 years old his mom sold my mom Shaklee then his Dad sold my mom Shaklee Horace has always been a giving person and was always willing to give a hand I remember him and my Daddy&Steve talking motorcycles he was a Great Person and is going to be missed by so many. Barbara I Pray for you and Jeremy for comfort during this time and I have no idea what you are feeling but I know you are Strong,caring & Loving and you will make it thru because Horace is always with you Much Love Hugs and know you have the Good Tymes Family as well as your family & Friends to help you thru Prayers and Love coming your way. From Tonya- RS & Steve 🇺🇸🌷❤
Barbara, Jeremy and family, our hearts are heavy but we know Horace is with those who have gone on ahead and that we will all see him again. Keeping you close in prayer and wishing you strength and courage in the days ahead. We love you, Fran & Chuck
Johnnie, Joy, Grey & Rita Cobb
I’m so sorry to learn of Horace’s death. I spoke with him a couple of months ago after the Sunday morning Worship service. We discussed how proud he was of Jeremy. It was good to hear of his trust in Jesus. We are confident this separation is only temporary. We will see him again. Praying for Barbara and Jeremy during these difficult days. May the Lord be your strength and comfort during this time and days to come. He is able to carry you through.
I’m so sorry to hear of the loss of Horace. He was a one of kind man who always did so much for everyone in the community. Always had a smile on his face and such a great friend. He is loved by so many and will be truly missed. Praying for you Barbara, Jeremy and the rest of the family and friends.
In memory of Horace Lee Joyner, Kimberly Bulluck lit a candle
Legends are people that we never forget…you will continue to bring smiles to everyone as stories about memories we made with you will continue to be told…You were not suppose to leave us, but GOD has a bigger plan for you, so rest easy my brother and tell everyone that left before us I said hello and give some of them a hug for me…you know who they are! Love you always!
In memory of Horace Lee Joyner, Kim Ezzell lit a candle
The kindest and most wonderful man I have ever met..I wish I could be there..Barbara and Jeremy, prayers of strength for you along with hugs and tears as you go on without this man..I am still in shock..You all were my family while I lived there..and still to this day..God Bless and Horace, rest now..you are now and always will be a legend known as Good Tymes…love you
Horace was one of the most amazing people I ever had the pleasure of knowing. He was a genuine loving one of a kind man! Horace will truly never be forgotten because of all the friends and family who loved him dearly and all the charities he supported! I will never forget all the date nights Jeff and I spent playing pool and hanging out with Horace and Barbara Date night will never be the same! My thoughts and prayers are with Barbara, Jeremy, Samantha and the rest of his family. Barbara we love you and are here if you need anything at all. RIP Horace! I know you are rejoicing with the angels now!
Rest in peace my good friend. You lived life your way and were a friend to all. Taken much too soon.
Good Man, Great Heart, Rememberable smile. Big loss for all. Prayers to all. Hold on to the fond memories.
Love you brother… you will be missed … RIP my friend
Barbara, I’m thinking of you and your family. Horace was a fine man who always went out of his way to be a generous and considerate friend to anyone he met. I’m grateful to have crossed paths with him. Peace ….
I have been friends with Horace from 8 years old until now. Paul Letchworth and I bowled with Horace when we were all kids. He will be in my heart and he will be missed by all of his friends that knew him. I went to Good Tymes for years myself and had fun with Horace all those years. His family and friends will be in my prayers.
In memory of Horace Lee Joyner, Donna White lit a candle
In memory of Horace Lee Joyner, Jeffrey Daniel lit a candle
I remember the day he opened the Good Tymes club, great place. I still have the original t shirt. Such a sweet man and a wonderful heart.
RIP Horace, many memories and comfort and prayers to Barbara and family!!!
It was an honor and a privilege to know you my friend, Barbara and Jeremy you are in my thoughts and prayers
I am so sorry for the loss of hoarce,he was a very likeable man,never knew a stranger.e was well known around rocky mt.hoarce you will surely be missed.rest in peace my friend
Will be missed by many. Praying for your strength and peace to his family
Even though I haven’t seen you in a while, you were always close to my heart. There will never ever be anyone as thoughtful and kind as you. It was a pleasure to enter into the world of Good Tymes. I honestly had some very good times there and met some glorious and at times some very different people. You left 2 beautiful people behind, everyone loves them like they did you. Until we meet again.
I didn’t have the pleasure of meeting you but you sound like such a wonderful person.God bless you.
I’m so sorry for your loss. May God wrap His loving arms around you and hold you close, as He carries you through this difficult time. Another angel has returned home.
Words cannot describe the sadness in my thoughts for the family! Cindy, Ken, Jackie and Kenett and all the kids! Prayers for you!
In memory of Horace Lee Joyner, Paula Taylor lit a candle
Rest Easy Horace… Prayers for all family and friends. TP
So very glad that God let us cross paths. So many fond memories. You’ll always be in our hearts
Barbara and family …I give you all the blessing I can right now…May God hold you close and help you stay strong, With love…God speed Horace…wind beneath your wings, my friend…
Horace was definitely one of a kind. sending prayers to his family and friends.
Horace was one of kind. May you rest in peace and hold down the fort up there in heaven
I’ve only met Horace a couple times. My family has known him for years. Rocky Mount lost a legend this week. He was larger than life. My prayers and condolences go to his friends and family. RIP Horace.
My heart goes out the family. We are sorry for your loss. Horace was person and friend.
You were a light in our lives, and now we light a candle in the universe to help light your way. Tell Josh hello, and tell him we love him. He now has a good guide into eternity.
In memory of Horace Lee Joyner, Lonnie Manning lit a candle
Praying for his family and many friends.
In memory of Horace Lee Joyner, Julie Marshall lit a candle
My Heart goes out to family and friends who were fortunate enough to be a part of your life. God has received an Angel. May you eternally ride the golden highways of heaven.
In memory of Horace Lee Joyner, CYNDI lit a candle
Barbara& Family, So sorry for your loss.Horace lived a good life with you & Jeremy. He will be missed
My heart goes out to all the family there are no words I pray for comfort peace and strength for you all….
Thoughts and prayers for Barbara and Jeremy and the whole family.
In memory of Horace Lee Joyner, Tess Johnson lit a candle
May you ride with the Angels in Heaven my friend. You will remain in the hearts of many and will be truly missed. A void will be forever in the lives of all that knew and loved you. May God give the family peace, comfort, and understanding of the loss of Horace and with each passing day, remember that Horace is forever with you in your thoughts and in your heart. May you Rest In Peace.
My deepest condolences to Horaces loving family and friends …met Horace about 20 years ago …and he and Barbara became instant friends ..many cherished memories !! My greatest joy was reading his acceptance of his Lord and Saviour in 2017 !!! Many prayers yo Barbara..Jeremy and all the family !
Ride like the wind….
My thoughts and prayers are with you Barbara and Jeremy.
Thoughts and prayers are with Barbara & Jeremy now & in the days ahead. Horace was, indeed, larger than life with an even bigger heart. We should all be as fortunate to be so dearly loved. He was a wonderful gift to the world.
You were always nice to me and everyone else around you it’s been 34 years since I first went out to the good times Club but I had a ball every time we went out there… you will be always loved and missed by a lot of people God bless everyone in your family and rest in peace old friend .
I will always remember the contagious laugh and smile Horace always had. Not one time that I was ever around did he not hug me and smile. Always had open arms and a heart of gold. He will be missed by so many as he was not a stranger. Barbara, Jeremy and family, y’all are and have been in my thoughts and prayers over the last few days. God bless y’all!
Thank you for your donations each year to Cruisin’ for a Cure!
In memory of Horace Lee Joyner, Lynda Farmer lit a candle
RIP Brother! It’s hard to pick a memory of you without your smiling face and hearty laughter. You sure knew how to fill up a room. I hope you are riding high and hugging everyone you see. My sincerest condolences go to Barbara and Jeremy & Samantha, and all who had the privilege to know him. Much love Brother!
Horace, You were one in a million. Always there with a smile and a hug for everyone! My heartfelt condolences to Barbara & Jeremy and all who have been touched by such a generous soul. RIP . Love ya, Mean it! 😁
Rest easy, ride hard and free. If possible, you are probably already organizing some kind of ride in heaven with family and friends to watch over us all. Your probably up there loving on folks and grinning and we feel that love buddy. Hugs to Barbara, Jeremy and other family that miss you. Love ya buddy
Thoughts and prayers to Barbara, Jeremy and family.
Ride On. . Revelation 1413.
In memory of Horace Lee Joyner, Opal Medlin lit a candle
I remember hanging out at Good Times with him and my dad and enjoying good food that he had cooked that day and having a beer or two.. Him being one of my dad Steve bottoms best friend..Unfortunately I only had the pleasure of knowing him a little over three years but every time I got to see him he would have all kinds of stories to tell me bout my dad and him and my dad doing crazy things. He would have me laughing so hard.You will truly be missed brother and we love you fly high R.I.P
I walked into Goodtymes 25 years ago not realizing the amazing lifelong friendships I would make there and that Horace Joyner would become one of my closest and most loyal friends. Over the years I considered him, Barbara and Jeremy family and always knew he was there if I ever needed anything. I will miss seeing his smiling face, his wonderful laugh and his meaningful hugs that made me not want to let go. His generosity to numerable charities and loyalty to his friends and family will never be forgotten. Kevin and I love you and will miss you incredibly.
Thoughts and prayers from my family for yours , Words can not explain the sorrow we have for your Families lost . Horace will be forever Love and remembered by many.
I will be keeping ur family and friends in my prayers. RIP Horace
So greatly loved by so many…..and such a friend to all….No words can express the heartbreak that we have for Barbara…Jeremy….all his family and friends…we’ve lost a great man..and he shall Forever Be Etched in Our Heart’s..
My thoughts and prayers are with you Barbara, Jeremy and the rest of the family and the many, many of friends that Horace made along the way. Glad to be able to call him my friend. He will be missed dearly. Rest in Peace Horace.