Clifton Thomas "Cliff" Joyner

October 11, 1961 - November 13, 2020

AHOSKIE, NC – Clifton Thomas Joyner, age 59, of Menola-St. John Road, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, November 13, 2020 at his home.

Cliff was born on October 11, 1961 to Clifton Ray Joyner, Jr. and Catherine Colson Joyner in Ahoskie, NC. He was a loving husband, son, father, brother, and friend. He was always the life of the party, a real jokester. Cliff enjoyed camping, spending time at the lake, riding the golf cart, and cooking. He loved to entertain with food, fellowship, and of course a little loud music. Cliff was a sweet soul that will be deeply missed by all that knew him. He was preceded in death by mother, Retha Catherine Colson Joyner.

Left to cherish Cliff’s memory his wife Beverly Nichols Joyner, of the home, his father, Clifton Ray Joyner, Jr. and his wife Patricia, his daughter, Taylor Joyner (Josh) of Ahoskie; two granddaughters, Leah and Rayne Smith; one grandson, Noah Smith; sister, Charlene Joyner Gray and husband Trent of Como; his brother, Jason Vinson and wife Ashley of Battleboro, and many nieces and nephews.

The family will hold a celebration of life memorial service on Saturday, November 21, 2020 from 3:00 pm until 6:00 pm at the Chowan River, 338 Tuscarora Beach Road, Winton NC. Friends please see signs for parking when attending service.

Memorial contributions may be made to the St. John Volunteer Fire Department, 1127 NC 561 West, Aulander, NC 27805 or online by clicking here.

Garrett-Sykes Funeral Service – Ahoskie Chapel is handling the arrangements for the Joyner family and online condolences can be directed to the family by visiting www.garrettsykesfs.com.

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Date: Saturday, November 21, 2020

Time: 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm

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338 Tuscarora Beach Road

338 Tucarora Road

Winton, NC 27986

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Friends, please see signs for parking when attending service.

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Debbie Colson Robbins posted on 11/18/20

Taylor, my heart breaks for you. Life without a dad is hard. The days ahead will seem empty but your heart will be full of the love he had for you.

Debbie Robbins posted on 11/18/20

May God give you peace that you need so badly right now. My prayers are being lifted for Beverly, Uncle Clifton and Charlene and all else who loved him.

Anita Conner Blythe posted on 11/18/20

To the entire Joyner Family - you are all in my thoughts and prayers. Such sad news and he will be missed by all who knew him.

Gina West posted on 11/17/20

I am so sad for your loss, Beverly and Taylor. I have great memories of Cliff cutting up and making everybody laugh. He will be missed.

Barbara and Freddie Outland posted on 11/17/20

Beverly and family, our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Patricia Littlefield posted on 11/16/20

Beverly, Cliff will be truly missed. John and I are here for you.

Debbie Wheeler Martin posted on 11/16/20

Beverly and family, Charlene and family I am so sorry for your loss. May God guide and direct you all and give you strength and comfort. Keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers.

Donna Bazemore posted on 11/16/20

I remember the first time meeting Cliff, was back in 2011 or 2012 when him n Beverly came to my house after my Son Matthew came home from the hospital. Cliff and Beverly had their hands full of goodies. Heart of Gold he was. My Family will always be grateful for Cliff. His sense of humor was great too. Beverly m Family my prayers are sent out for strength peace and comfort.

KAY EDWARDS posted on 11/15/20

We send our deepest sympathy to Cliff's family. He will be missed by many. Prayers for God's comfort and peace in the coming days. Kay and Ronald Edwards

Robert Davis posted on 11/15/20

Beverly I’m so sorry to hear this news. My prayers go out to you and Taylor and the rest of the family. He was a good friend and will be missed deeply. I’ll keep all of you in my prayers.

FRANCES L MARTIN posted on 11/15/20

WE SEND OUR SYMPATHY TO ALL OF CLIFF'S FAMILY! MAY GOD EASE YOUR PAIN, AS I KNOW HOW MUCH YOU LOVED HIM! PRAYERS FROM GLENN AND FRANCES MARTIN AND FAMILY

Larry Bryant. posted on 11/15/20

Though his body has gone and we will miss him we know we will meet again. My condolences to the family.

Barbara and Bob Gosney posted on 11/15/20

Beverly, Bob and I are holding you and your family in prayer. Our love and condolences to you.

Marlene Jarvis posted on 11/15/20

Beverly, I'm just heart sick at the news. My prayers and thoughts are with you and the family.

Shawn A Murray posted on 11/15/20

Beverly we are so sorry to hear this shocking news. Even though we have only known you a short time Cliff was definitely the life of the party and always willing to say hi and invite you in like family. You and the rest of your family will be in our prayers.

Penny and Stewart posted on 11/15/20

Beverly, I’m in disbelief, I’m so heartfelt sorry you lost cliff..you two went together like peanut butter and jelly..know he may not be present in the physical sense, but each time you think of him, he’s right there in your heart.

BeLinda Harrell posted on 11/15/20

RIP my friend Im still trying to grasp this..Your unforgettable will forever be in my memory ..God must have needed a smiling angel..Prayers forthe family lifted God bless you all...

Gay Feher posted on 11/15/20

Beverly, thinking of you, deepest sympathy.

Doreen and David posted on 11/14/20

I still can't believe this my hearting is breaking for you and family. sending Prays.

Martha Crisp posted on 11/14/20

Beverly, I think this is the most shocking news I have heard in a long time. My heart aches for you and your family! Cliff was a wonderful person and will be so missed. Take care of yourself the best you can, may God wrap his arms around you and help you through this .....you are in our thoughts and prayers.

Allen & Erlene Joyner posted on 11/14/20

Beverly and family, Allen & I have you all in our prayers! We pray that God will carry you all thru this time!

Donielle McDermott posted on 11/14/20

My heart is just aching for you, Beverly, and the rest of the family. Cliff will be greatly missed. He was a great man and always treated my family like family. Love and prayers to you!

Troy & Adena Robinson posted on 11/14/20

Sending love and prayers to Beverly and The Joyner family

Denise and Steve Terry posted on 11/14/20

Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family. He will be greatly missed!

Marty Gibson posted on 11/14/20

Heard of many people passing this week, but this one hurt a lot. Too young, too good, and too much fun to be gone. Gonna miss him calling me " MARTEL ". Love and sympathy to Bev & His family. Praying for you all.

ROBERTA GIBSON posted on 11/14/20

He will be deeply missed!!!! Prayers for wife and family.!!!

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