Bob Joyner Obituary Bob Joyner February 29, 1936 - August 14, 2015 Franklin - John Robert "Bob" Joyner of Franklin, VA passed away suddenly on Friday, August 14th, 2015. The only son of John Henry Joyner and Margaret Ellis Williams Griffis, Bob was preceded in death by his parents; his stepfather, F.M. "Mooky" Griffis; his wife of 55 years, Oma Lee Parker Joyner; and his daughter, Margaret Ann Joyner Cunningham. He is survived by his daughter, Kay Ellen Joyner Drumheller (Mark) of Franklin; his son, John Robert "Bobby" Joyner Jr. (Ginny) of Midlothian VA; son-in-law Kevin Dale Cunningham of Forest VA; and 3 grandchildren, Michael Cunningham, Parker Joyner and Harrison Drumheller. Born in Norfolk, VA and a 1955 graduate of Smithfield High School, Bob treasured the friends that he made during his 48 years in Franklin. He was a member of Franklin Baptist Church, the Hunterdale Ruritans, and a retiree of Union Camp Corporation. "Granddaddy Bob" never met a stranger, whether it was on the golf course, fishing pier, or softball field. He will be remembered for his generosity, good-humored personality, words of wisdom, but most of all for his love of family. Throughout his life, Bob was a devoted son, loyal & romantic husband, nurturing father, doting grandfather, faithful Christian, and good friend. Funeral services will be conducted on Friday, August 21st at 11 am at Franklin Baptist Church, Franklin, VA. The family will receive visitors in the church fellowship hall immediately following the service. Interment will be at Poplar Spring Cemetery after the reception. Memorial donations may be made to Franklin Baptist Church. www.wrightfuneralhome.org. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- See also: 1) https://www.wrightfuneralhome.org/obituary/3275346 2) https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/pilotonline/name/bob-joyner-obituary?id=21887391 3) https://www.pilotonline.com/obituaries/bob-joyner-franklin-va/ ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ## Narrative Summary of the Obituary John Robert "Bob" Joyner, born on 29 February 1936, passed away on 14 August 2015. He was a devoted family man and community member, remembered for his generosity, good humor, and love for his family, including his children and grandchildren. ## Narrative Summary of Funeral Services Funeral services for John Robert "Bob" Joyner were conducted on 21 August 2015. Following the service, the family received visitors in the church fellowship hall. He was interred at Poplar Spring Cemetery. ## The Edited Obituary Bob Joyner 29 February 1936 - 14 August 2015 Franklin - John Robert "Bob" Joyner of Franklin, VA, passed away suddenly on Friday, 14 August 2015. The only son of John Henry Joyner and Margaret Ellis Williams Griffis, Bob was preceded in death by his parents, his stepfather, F.M. "Mooky" Griffis, his wife of 55 years, Oma Lee Parker Joyner, and his daughter, Margaret Ann Joyner Cunningham. He is survived by his daughter, Kay Ellen Joyner Drumheller (Mark) of Franklin; his son, John Robert "Bobby" Joyner Jr. (Ginny) of Midlothian, VA; son-in-law Kevin Dale Cunningham of Forest, VA; and three grandchildren, Michael Cunningham, Parker Joyner, and Harrison Drumheller. Born in Norfolk, VA, and a 1955 graduate of Smithfield High School, Bob treasured the friends that he made during his 48 years in Franklin. He was a member of Franklin Baptist Church, the Hunterdale Ruritans, and a retiree of Union Camp Corporation. "Granddaddy Bob" never met a stranger, whether it was on the golf course, fishing pier, or softball field. He will be remembered for his generosity, good-humored personality, words of wisdom, but most of all for his love of family. Throughout his life, Bob was a devoted son, loyal and romantic husband, nurturing father, doting grandfather, faithful Christian, and good friend. Memorial donations may be made to Franklin Baptist Church. www.wrightfuneralhome.org. ### Vital Statistics Summary | Name | John Robert Bob Joyner | |---------|-------------------------------| | Age | 79 years | | Birth | 29 February 1936; Norfolk, VA | | Death | 14 August 2015; Franklin, VA | ### Table of Relationships | Name | Relationship | Residence | |---------------------------------|-------------------|----------------| | John Robert Bob Joyner | Decedent | Franklin, VA | | Oma Lee Parker Joyner | Spouse | -- | | John Henry Joyner | Parent | -- | | Margaret Ellis Williams Griffis | Parent | -- | | Kay Ellen Joyner Drumheller | Child | Franklin, VA | | John Robert Bobby Joyner Jr. | Child | Midlothian, VA | | Kevin Dale Cunningham | Son-in-law | Forest, VA | | Michael Cunningham | Grandchild | -- | | Parker Joyner | Grandchild | -- | | Harrison Drumheller | Grandchild | -- | | Margaret Ann Joyner Cunningham | Predeceased Child | -- | ### Other Relevant Information 1. John Robert "Bob" Joyner was born on 29 February 1936 in Norfolk, VA. 2. He graduated from Smithfield High School in 1955. 3. Bob was a member of Franklin Baptist Church and the Hunterdale Ruritans. 4. He worked for Union Camp Corporation for many years. 5. Bob was known for his generosity, good-humored personality, and love for family.