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Alan Joyner

1963 - 2012

Alan Joyner obituary, 1963-2012, Alexander, NC

BORN

1963

DIED

2012

Alan Joyner Obituary

ALAN WADE JOYNER

ALEXANDER - Alan Wade Joyner, 48, of Alexander, died unexpectedly at his home on Saturday, December 8th, 2012.

He was a loving husband, father, grandfather and friend to all.

He was born December 18th, 1963 to Donald Russell Joyner and Sandra Rose Caccamise Joyner in Rochester, NY. He was a resident of Buncombe County most of his life.

He was an avid fisherman who also enjoyed golfing and travel. He was a member of the Asheville Moose Lodge #781. He was of the Baptist faith.

He is survived by his aforementioned parents; his loving wife and soulmate of 25 years, Sharon Rice Joyner; two sons, Tim Shope of California and Jeremy Shope of Tennessee; a daughter, Summer Allison of the home; a twin brother, Lance Joyner; a brother Scott Joyner and seven grandchildren.

A memorial service will be held on Saturday, December 15th, 2 PM at Penland Family Funeral Home in Swannanoa, NC. Alan's friends, Mike Thompson and Raymond Vail will speak at the memorial. The family will receive visitors at the home following the service.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the family to help with final expenses.

www.penlandfamilyfuneralhome.com

Published by Asheville Citizen-Times on Dec. 12, 2012.
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shocked and sorry to hear this news. Prayers for your family...

Jenny Ammons-Moreno

December 19, 2012

Grief can be so hard during the holidays, but our memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one this holiday season.

Pam Davis

December 13, 2012

Sharon I am so sorry for your loss,I pray God will give you strengh and comfort,for you and your children.

Linda Middleton

December 13, 2012

Sharon and Family we are so sorry.Alan always had that big wonderful smile and it will be missed. We love you all.

Lawrence & Hilda House

December 13, 2012

So sorry for your loss. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.

Jim Payne

December 13, 2012

Alan was without a doubt my hero. He loved my mother and loved her children without fail and I miss him terribly. Love you Alan .

Tim Shope

December 13, 2012

I loved Alan more than he or anyone else could know. He was good to me even when he shouldnt have been and Im thankful we were close. I miss you Alan.

December 13, 2012

I am truly sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers will be with the family.

DeJuana Freeman Collins

December 12, 2012

My deepest sympathy to the loved ones. Alan was great guy whom will be surely missed.
Tony Lytle

December 12, 2012

So sorry for your loss of Alan. Sending healing thoughts and prayers to you and your family.

December 12, 2012

I am so sorry, Alan touched the hearts of many with his laughter, bright smiles and jokes. He will me missed deeply.

Tracy Spooner

December 12, 2012

So sorry to hear about Al. I worked with him at Alliance. He was w wonderful person.

Tom

December 12, 2012

So sorry for your loss... Donald and Kay Elkins

December 12, 2012

we are so sorry about allen! he was an amazing man and he is gonna be very missed...love you and our prayers are with you and your family

Frank & Gerri Perry

December 12, 2012

Alan was a great guy. My the Good Lord comfort the family during this time. I know Alan is at peace with God.

Carol Goins

December 12, 2012

I am so sorry to hear of Alan's passing. He was such a nice guy and wasn't afraid to show how much he truly loved his wife. He will be remembered always.

December 12, 2012

Alan was a fun loving person and who enjoyed life.He loved his wife and family and friends.To know Alan is to love Alan!You will be missed my friend RIP.May God wrap his arms around his family and help them during this time.Our though and prayers are with the family. Teresa & Paul House Asheville NC

Teresa House

December 12, 2012

Thoughts and prayers to you all during this difficult time. May God fill your hearts with peace and comfort.

Beverly Barnes

December 12, 2012

Alan was always such a sweet, nice young man with a great smile. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.

Katrina Killian

December 11, 2012

Our thoughts and prayers will be with the family I am so sorry

Monica stafford

December 11, 2012

Our prayers are with you all during this time. Alan was a great man and will be sorely missed.

Meg Moffatt Bradley and Will Bradley

December 11, 2012

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