Beverly Murray Joyner, age 82 of Ellenboro, went home to be with her Lord January 28, 2026. Born November 25, 1943, in Wilson County, NC, she was the wife of B. Carson Joyner, with whom she shared 62 years of marriage.
In 1977, Beverly and Carson moved to Ellenboro with their children.
Beverly worked in many roles throughout her life, including a dental assistant in Rocky Mount, Scott Vending Company, and the Town of Forest City.
In addition to her husband, she is survived by her son, Brad Joyner (Tracy) of Forest City; her daughter, Greta Jones of Charlotte; her grandchildren, Brady Joyner (Alex), Berkley Joyner, Judson Jones, Joyner Jones, and Ian Ruppe; her great-grandchildren, Levi and Jackson Joyner. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Dawn Joyner Ruppe.
The funeral was held February 4 at Concord Baptist Church with Rev. Travis Laflin officiating.
Memorials may be made to Concord Baptist Church, PO Box 70, Bostic, NC 28018.
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