Donna L Joyner

Donna Lancaster Joyner, age 64, passed away on Monday, January 9, 2017. Born in Rocky Mount, NC on February 7, 1952, she was the daughter of the late Johnnie and Mary Elizabeth Dawes Lancaster. She was also preceded in death by her sister, Julia “Judy” Lancaster Proctor.

Donna retired as a Network Engineer after 38 years, beginning with the former Carolina Telephone Company and later with Sprint. Donna’s life was about her family, friends, taking a picture, and her time with Caroline hunting shells on the beach. Her love for children was a love shared by many. She was known for making blankets which she would then give to children of relatives and friends. In honor of Donna, the family invites anyone still holding such blankets to please bring in tribute of Donna on the day of the services.

Donna leaves behind to cherish her memory her husband of 45 years, Carter Lee “Charley” Joyner of Rocky Mount; her son, Austin Carter Joyner and his wife, Nicky, of Rocky Mount; and her granddaughter, Caroline Elizabeth Joyner. She is also survived by her sister, Joann Shearin and her husband, Carl, of Rocky Mount; as well as a host of nieces and nephews.

A Funeral Service will be held on Friday, January 13, 2017 at 2:30 PM in the Chapel of Wheeler and Woodlief Funeral Home & Cremation Services. Burial will follow at Rocky Mount Memorial Park. Visitation with the family will begin at 1:30 PM prior to the service.

Arrangements entrusted to Wheeler and 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.