William Gorham Joyner
May 25, 1936 ~ February 15, 2010
William Gorham Joyner, 73, passed away Monday, February 15, 2010. He was born May 25, 1936 in Nash County, son of the late Lonnie and Ollie Joyner. He was also preceded in death by his son, Kenneth Joyner; brothers, C. Lee Joyner, Atlas F. Joyner, George H. Joyner; and sister, Eunice Robbins.
William was an active member of the Woodmen of the World, Lodge 1086 in Nashville where he served as treasurer from 2005 to 2008. He was well-known for his sales of fried peanuts and produce. He was retired, but enjoyed working at the Packhouse Flea Market on weekends.
William leaves behind to cherish his memory, his loving wife of 15 years, Patricia Webber Joyner; two sons, Randy William Joyner (Judy) and Frederick "Freddy" Gorham Joyner (Karen); two daughters, Kathy Louise Smith (Mark) and Deborah Lynn Ball (Martin); step-daughter, Laurie Smith (Delano); step-son, George Timothy Whitley (Cynthia); fifteen grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. He will also be remembered by his brothers and sisters, Genevieve J. Pridgen, Marjorie Bone, Warnell Joyner, Clarence Josh Joyner, and Aaron Joyner.
The family will receive friends and relatives from 7-8:30pm Tuesday, February 16, 2010 at Wheeler and Woodlief Funeral Home. A funeral service to remember William will be held at 2:00pm Wednesday, February 17, 2010 in the funeral home chapel. Burial will follow at Rocky Mount Memorial Park.
Arrangements by Wheeler and Woodlief Funeral Home, 1130 N. Winstead Avenue, Rocky Mount NC. On-line condolences may be made to the Joyner family by visiting www.wheelerandwoodlief.com.
Visitation
Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home & Cremation Services
1130 N. Winstead Ave.
Rocky Mount, NC 27804
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Tuesday 2/16, 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Service
Chapel of Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home
1130 N. Winstead Avenue
Rocky Mount, NC 27804
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Wednesday 2/17, 2:00 pm
Cemetery
Rocky Mount Memorial Park
4454 Dortches Blvd., Hwy 43
Rocky Mount, NC 27804
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Randy, Judy and family, Al and I are so very sorry for your loss. May God wrap his arms around you and bring you peace and comfort.
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Pat, we are so sorry to hear about William. He will be missed so much. Our prayers and thought are with you now. Jean & Bill Howerin
Denise and family, I wanted to come tonight but online homework and a test said I had to stay home. I am very sorry for the loss of your Uncle William. Please tell your father how very sorry I am for the loss of his brother. If there is anything I can do for you all, please let me know. Sincerely, Cheryl Landin
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Blake, So sorry to hear about your grandfather. Am glad Zoey got a chance to meet him, as I know how much of a joy she is to all that meet her. Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers and if you need anything, I am here for you!
Grandma I am so sorry to hear about what happened. I know Gorham made you happy and you had great memories with him. He will be missed by us all. I know this will be hard for you now that he is gone, but his spirit will be with you forever. If you need anything, please let me know. I love you and we are thinking about you during the time of your loss. We Love You!!! Blake & Zoey Whichard
Pat I know that this is a hard time for you. I have never lost a husband but I have lost grandparents, my son, my dad, and a father-in-law. Now I loose another father-in-law. May God bless you and keep you in His embrace for days to come. I am here if ever you need anything. I love you always. Love Cynthia, Brandon, Kenny, and Heather