James Cornelius "Jim" Joyner

Rocky Mount – James Cornelius “Jim” Joyner, age 85, passed away on Saturday, January 25, 2025.  Born in Wilson County, NC on September 8, 1939, he was the son of the late Wiley Burrel Joyner and Ethel Pearl Pierce Joyner.  He was also preceded in death by his wife, Barbara Mary Brosseau Joyner; his son, James Joyner; his granddaughter, Nicole Danielle Jackson; his brothers, Grady Milton Joyner and Wiley Burrell Joyner, Jr.; and his sister, Laura Lee Joyner Lynch.

Jim served in the United States Army until his retirement as a Supply Sergeant after 20 years.  Following his service, he went to work for the U.S. Postal Service, retiring after over 20 years.  A man of great faith, Jim was a member of the Circle Cross Cowboy Church.  In his spare time, he enjoyed woodworking, of which he was known for his gift of building bird houses.  Never one to meet a stranger, he was always quick to offer a helping hand to anyone in need.  A loving and devoted father, grandfather, great grandfather, brother, uncle, and good friend to many, Jim will be deeply missed and never forgotten.

Jim is survived by his children, Thomas Bashore and his wife Amanda, Luanna Bashore Jackson and her husband Jerry, John Bashore and his wife Joy, and Sharri Vick; his 9 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren; his sister, Audrey Lois Joyner Sikes; his brothers, Elmer Lloyd Joyner and Eugene Richard Joyner; and many nieces, nephews, extended family members, and good friends.

A Funeral Service to celebrate Jim’s life will be held on Saturday, February 1, 2025, at 2:00 PM in the Chapel of Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 1130 N. Winstead Ave., Rocky Mount, NC 27804, with Rev. Alfred Tyson officiating.  Burial will follow the service at Rocky Mount Memorial Park.  Visitation with the family will be held on Friday, January 31, 2025, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home and Cremation Services.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Circle Cross Cowboy Church, 4870 Bulluck School Road, Rocky Mount, NC 27801.

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.