Mary D. Joyner, 90, passed away December 28th, 2019. Born September 30th, 1929 in Nash County; she was the daughter of the late Daniel T. Davis and Effie Mae Davis. Mary was preceded in death by her husband of 64 years, Edward L. Joyner. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by her sister Ruby Smith and her brother Bobby Davis.

She is survived by her sons Edward "Buddy Jr." and wife Gail of Rocky Mount, Ronald Joyner and wife Judy of Rocky Mount, and David B. Joyner and wife Belinda of Cary; eight grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; her two brothers: Daniel Davis and Alexander Davis.

A graveside service was held at Rocky Mount Memorial Park on Tuesday, December 31st, 2019 with Ashley Thomas officiating. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Kitty Askins Hospice Center located at 2402 Wayne Memorial Drive Goldsboro, NC in her honor.