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for James Joyner
Your lil sis Loletta Joyner
July 25, 2021
Well big bro it will be 13 years since you left us all.. Tomorrow is july 26th the day you silently Slept and resting eternally with God...Dad.. & your baby girl Jamya..You will forever be missed and forever loved...continue to watch over us all.. RIH BIG BRO.. LOVE YOUR LIL SIS LOLETTA!
Loletta Fryar
February 19, 2021
Hey big bro im sitting here with you on my mind heavy... Wishing you were here to see your children & grand children grow into beautiful & handsome people... Thinking of our years in high school..Walnut Ridge...the best years spent with you my bro on the basketball team shooting them three's. & us winning... I miss you so much Jim.. Wish we could play spades one more time...and us being partners winning of course us laughing cooking out being happy with family & friends! Love you always say hi to daddy for me tell him i love him too... RIH Peacefully.. Till we meet again! Your Little Sis Loletta
lela joyner
July 26, 2009
jim its been 1yr. today you left of miss u big lil. bro. you will always be in our hearts luv from your big sis lela,janay,shadoe &jabryah
your brother Lonnie, netta,& kids Joyner
May 16, 2009
just stoping by to say Happy birthday Jim! We love and miss you so much.
SHANIKA MURPHY
May 14, 2009
HEY DAD I MISS YOU SOOO MUCH I JUST HAD TO BE THE FIRST 2 SAY HAPPY BIRTHDAY JAMES T. JOYNER SR. AKA JIM FROM YOUR LOVE ONES TIMIA,JAMYA,SHANIKA, SIRKARL,NA'KAI AND MANY MORE.
Sitting here remembering,
The smile upon your face
And how it made the world light up
You were full of heavenly grace.
No longer can I see your face
For you are with God above
But your loving smile will always be
Tucked in my heart with love.
I know you wouldn’t want to see
Me crying the way I do,
But losing you was a part of me
And days, I can’t make it through.
Do you hear me crying?
It’s because some days I’m down
I look around for you,
But you’re nowhere to be found.
Only pictures now remain of you;
Special songs that meant so much
So if you hear me crying,
It’s because I can’t feel your touch.
Sometimes I think I see you,
On a crowded street or mall.
I then run up and call your name,
But it wasn’t you at all.
My heart still aches in sadness
And tears, oh how they flow!
What it meant to lose you,
No one will ever know.
So, if you hear me crying,
It’s something I can’t control
Just understand my darling,
When I’m again with you, I’ll be whole.
“Author”
Ruth Ann Mahaffey
©copyright Sept 2007
Curtis McMorris
October 22, 2008
To the Joyner Family
Words can not express how I felt. When I was called and told about my good friend and brother Jimm being called home to be with God.
Our prayers go out to you doring this time of bereavement. May God keep, bless you and may haven smile upon you.
Jimm we played alot of basketball together in the city, and out of the city, I will always remember them times. Bro you will forever be in my heart, I will always remember your smile. Even though you made it in to haven first. I know that one day I will see your smiling face again. Jimm Gods peace will be with me till we meat again.
To my brothers three young ladies. Shanika,Timia, and Jamya. Never for get the time that you had with your father always remember that your father loved the three of you more then anyone or anything on this earth.
Ladies I want you to remember if you ever need someone to talk too and you can't find anyone, uncle Curt is just a phone call away.
Shanika,Timia, and Jamya. just like you I will miss my friend Jimm your dadd but I will never forget him and all the good times we had.
Ladies I want you to know that we all loved him but God loved him best, and he called him home to take his rest.
Sincerely
Curtis (Curt) McMorris
Ian Alls
September 2, 2008
I am at a loss for words. My heart sinks as I just found out the news about my boy, James Thomas Joyner. I know he had moved out of state and I had no idea that this happened. To the Joyner Family, please forgive me for not keeping touch. Jim was like a brother to me an you all are like family. Jim was always the same, he always smiled and would do anything to help anybody. Words really can't express how I feel. It is like losing a part of my own family. What I will miss about Jim is his sense of humor and his smile. He was a true friend!! God Bless the Joyner family. May God keep you!! I would like for Mom, Dad, Loleta, Loleka or Lonnie to give me a call 614-592-0111.
Ian Alls
Wanda G Mitchell
August 14, 2008
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well-lived.
Wanda Nelms
August 12, 2008
Oh my goodness, I still cannot believe it!! He was so special to me...the entire family is so special to me. I tear as I express my love and condolences. I love you all. (662) 202-8582 Mrs. W. Nelms
Libby McGee
August 8, 2008
To the Joyner Family,
I am so very sorry to hear about the passing of one so dear to you. There is no sorrow that heaven cannot bear, trust in God, our savior our sustainer. . . .
Karen Mack
August 7, 2008
I haven't seen Jim in years, but I remember him fondly. Jim, you will be missed. Prayers go out to his family.
Delfreda, Rosalind Porter
August 6, 2008
To Lola Joyner & Family
Someday we won't have to cry no more, someday we won't even have leave no more, sorrow and saddnes will all be in the past because life will be complete in Jesus at last. someday we will forever be at home in eternity
Shanika Murphy
August 6, 2008
James T Joyner Sr aka Jim was a loving father that took good care of his kids and no matter how far he was he always told us if any one hurt us he will be there for us no matter what our father was a good man he did whatever he had to do to take care of us we love u and we will never forget u and we hope u are watching over us and guide us through the hard times we may go through we will always keep the good times we had together in our mined and body and soul also, daddy we will tell sir and nakai about their grandad and we will let them know that u loved them very much even doe u didn't get to see them but u had talk to them over the phone and we know dad that u wanted to be here to see them now u can see us everyday and night i miss u and love you with all my heart will dad i have to go i am about to cry i can't write anymore right now love always ur daughter Shanika Murphy/Joyner
Roticia (Jones) Shaw
August 5, 2008
To the Joyner family,
May God's arms of comfort be around you through your time of lost. I know that it is rough now but Know that God is dwelling with you, and He will bring you through.
Be Blessed and lean on God!!
Terry Durio
August 5, 2008
I played basketball back in the day with James at Yorktown middle school and he was always one of my favorite teammates. Always smiling and in a good mood.
Our life paths never got a chance to cross again since those days, but I have very fond memories of James.
I wish the family healing and love in the days and years to come. You all are in my prayers.
Doris E. Ross
August 4, 2008
JJ - To God be the glory.
Audra Lamarr
August 3, 2008
God has taken one of his heavenly angles and one day we will meet on the other side with Jim and what a glorious time we will have walking around heaven all day.
I was sad to hear of the loss of our dear friend and school mate Jim. I have not seen him since Walnut Ridge High school he will be sadly missed.
My heart felt condolences go out to his family and children you will be in my prayers, just know he is in a far better place than we are here on earth.
Congradulations to Jim for making it in.
Lela Joyner
August 2, 2008
To my big little brother, love is REAL, loving from the heart is EVEN MORE REAL. But stress on the heart is the realist thing of all. You no longer have to endure any more pain that was place upon your heart. Rest In Peace little brother; because GOD has taking it all away. Sleep now & when you awake, I'll be there to meet you where the light will lead me back by your side.
Love you & I will always keep you near my heart
Your Big Sis,
Lela
Barry Chambliss
August 2, 2008
I feel a deep loss when life ends to soon. Jim will be missed. His body will leave this earth, but his spirit and the love he has for his family and friends will be with us forever.
August 2, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Jim, prayerfully we'll all see you again one day.
The Miller Family (Fuzz, Margaret, Britt, Stan, Kris, Alex & MaKenzi)
Dorise Thompson-Hagwood (Meeks)
August 2, 2008
You are in my thoughts, and will continue be in my prayers. May God bless and keep you.
LaNeka Gordon
August 2, 2008
Jim will be missed. Even though I had not seen him in a while or the rest of ya'll, you will always be in my heart. God will comfort you now and in the days to come. I love all of ya'll! ~Nick
Roselle Herron
August 2, 2008
And the peace of God which passeth all understanding,shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus. Philippians4;7 Love Remae
Melissa Owens
August 2, 2008
I went to school with Jim, Walnut Ridge, I was in shock to hear about your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Tom Cunningham
August 2, 2008
James,you were my friend and good buddy, me and you talked about a whole lot, you told me things and i told things about life and I will never forget,jimmy JJ I will never forget you and the times we spent on the BASKETBALL COURT on FAIRAVENUE play ground I love you, and I will miss you every day I live on this earth you will all ways be in my heart, and to the family i will always be there for you GUYS, and if you need anything call me, I love you ALL Tom & Darlene Cunningham and family. I love you all here is my number, just call me 732-9516, God Bless, we are family, lets keep in touch, love you all
gloria webster
August 1, 2008
I first met James in the wedding of his father JJ to Barbra. He was my escort down the aisle in the wedding party. He was a very handsome and charismatic person. He will be truly missed.
My prayers are extended to the Joyner family in hopes that one day we will all meet again in a greater place without pain or sorrow.
God bless you all..
Wendy Cochran
August 1, 2008
To the Joyners and extended family.
My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.
Loletta Fryar
August 1, 2008
My 'Big brother' Jim! I cannot put into words of how much you will be missed by your lil' Sis! I will forever have you in my heart, soul, and spirits for as long as i have on tihs earth i will miss the good/bad times that we have shared. Especially the good ones i love you and miss you like crazy, your nephews, De'Andre,Donnie, and your Niece Donnetta, and your Great Nephew, Deaunte' lamar Bell Jr. will also miss and love you dearly!!
You are forever loved and Missed!
Loletta D. Fryar(Joyner)
Latrece "Trece" Jones
August 1, 2008
"May the Lord bless you and keep may the Lord make his face to shine upon you and be gracious unto you
May the Lord lift up his countenance upon you and give you peace."
Numbers 6:22-26
My thoughts and prayers are with the family in this time of sorrow. We all loved Jim and will miss him dearly.
Ella M. Chambliss
August 1, 2008
The Chambliss & Jones family send our Prayers and condolences to the entire Joyner family. Jim will be missed by one and all. Until we meet again. Gods speed our love.
Willie J. Chambliss
July 31, 2008
No Good-byes
We have No! "No Good-byes" just see you later. We may have silent tears along with fears for what we don't understand. But know "He" is Okay. We may have sorrows and heart felt feelingss about "His" tommorrow. But know "He" is okay. So let us throw away all are fears, tears and sorrow, with the joy of knowing that there are "No Good-byes" Just see you laters.
One Luv Cuz
Kim Gerhardt
July 31, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time.
Kim Gerhardt and Mariah Joyner
TyLonnia Stewart
July 31, 2008
I didnt know Mr.James Joyner but he was the father of my best friend Jamya Joyner,so I send my prayers out to the whole Joyner family and those who were close to Mr.Joyner
Sharon D. Reid
July 31, 2008
The entire host of family & friends have my deepest sympathies on their loss.
ronda jones
July 31, 2008
My prayers and thoughts are with the joyner family.
Pat Lowery
July 31, 2008
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Netta, Li'Shea, Jade, Veah, Asia, Lil Lonnie Joyner
July 31, 2008
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Da'Mond,Brandy Porter
July 31, 2008
We the Porter family send our love out to you Mae Royal and your family in this time i know and understand that there is never the right words to use but may God Bless the family in Jesus name
The Parks Family
July 31, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
The Meeks Family
July 31, 2008
The loss of someone so close is difficult to bear. We share your grief. Jim will always live in our hearts and prayer..
lonnie joyner sr
July 31, 2008
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2008
Tina Pryor
July 31, 2008
Dearest Joyner Family and Friends:
On behalf of our family, please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers during this time of bereavement. My sisters and I grew up across the street with the Joyner family and went to school together until they moved. I have often wondered where you lived, even recently. May God comfort and strengthen you during this heartfelt time.
The Pryor Family
Ralph, Vinel, Tina, Carolyn and Sharon
Olivia Denise Morton-Young
July 31, 2008
My thoughts and prayers goes out to Joyner family. I was sadden to look in the paper today to see that James had passed away I knew James from years back. My Greatest Sympathy goes out to the Joyner family
Kacey Reese
July 31, 2008
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Tamela "Tammy" Dixon
July 31, 2008
To the Joyner Family~
May God bless and keep you in this time of bereavement . My deepest sympathies are extended to each of you. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely,
nikki smith
July 31, 2008
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