Larry Odell Joyce - Fair Funeral Home

Larry Odell Joyce September 22, 1941 - May 4, 2017

Born: Monday Sep 22, 1941

Died: Thursday May 4, 2017

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Larry Odell Joyce, 75, of 361 Billie Harris Street in Eden, passed away Thursday evening, May 4, 2017, at his home.

A graveside service will be held at 12 Noon on Wednesday, May 10, at Ridgeview Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends prior to the service, 10 - 11:45 AM, at Fair Funeral Home before proceeding to the cemetery.

Mr. Joyce was born September 22, 1941 in Eden, NC, to the late Odell and Lessie Eggleston Joyce. Larry enjoyed working and was the owner and operator of Joyce Tire Company. He also enjoyed NASCAR racing, watching westerns, and spending time with his family. He was of the Baptist faith and had a strong faith in Jesus Christ.

He is survived by his wife of 46 years, Betty Adkins-Joyce of the home; four sons, Anthony D. Joyce of Glen Burnie, MD, Alton D. Joyce of Eden, Kent D. Joyce (Kristy) of Tucson, AZ, and Timothy D. Joyce (Sheri) of Villa Park, IL; 11 grandchildren; one great-grandchild; brother, Charles Joyce (Ann) of West Jefferson; and sister, Linda Joyce Hall (Doug) of Stoneville. Larry also leaves behind his two cats, Cee Boo and Lil Bit that brought joy to his life.

In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by an infant sister.

The family would like to thank Hospice, Dr. Neijstrom, Dr. Shah and Delores Servin CNA and Lavonda Hairston CNA for their wonderful care.

Online condolences may be offered to the family at www.fairfuneralhome.com

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Betty and family, We are truly sorry for your loss. We loved Larry and always loved seeing him. I know that daddy was waiting for him and said come on over here and take a seat under this big tree so we can catch up. We will be praying for all of you. Amelia says Larry's pretty girl is gonna miss him. We will keep you all in our prayers. Love, Kent, Cheryl and Amelia
Cheryl Smith Mann

Bless you Uncle LJ and to all the family and friends you will be greatly missed. Look over each of us just as you did while here with your wisdom and love!
Terry Adkins

My dear Betty and sons. I am so heartbroken to hear of the loss of Larry. He was a great man and will surely be missed and never forgotten. You are all family to me and I will always be praying for you and yours. Love you all. Debby Ritchie
Debby Ritchie

I am saddened by your loss! Larry was a kind and caring person that I truly thought so much of! He will be missed!
Jeff Hale

We are so sorry to hear of Larry's passing. He was a nice, kind, hard-working man. We enjoyed meeting him & he always made sure we got what we needed at his business. He will be greatly missed by us & all who knew him. You all will be in our prayers. May God bless & comfort you during & after this difficult time, love in Christ, Nancy and Harold Raines.
Nancy Raines

Praying for the family during this difficult time 🙏🙏God be with you all! We are so sorry for your loss! Love you Mrs. Betty!💕💙 Eddie,Romona,Brian & Jerry Harbour
Romona

Larry will be missed by so many people, I have known him for 60 years. He is now wrapped in the arms of Jesus and in no pain. Prayers for each and everyone of you
Margaret Wray

May God Bless each of you, Larry ment so much to us. I managed the one stop in your community and Larry was in and out of there every day, when my two year old lost her papa Larry was in the one day and she told him she lost her papa would he be her papa and for a while after that on Sunday afternoons she would spend the evening with you all and swim and She thought you guys were the greatest Larry was always a remarkable asset the his community as a whole. Love and prayerr6
Cindi Ritter

Our deepest sympathies to Betty and all her family. We will keep you and your family in our prayers! Love and hugs to all. Pam and Frank King
Pam King

I am sorry about the passing of Larry. You are in my prayers and thoughts. My Dad and I bought our tires from Larry for many years. He was very nice to do business with. Karen Robertson My prayers and thoughts are with you. My Dad and I bought tires from Larry for many years. It was our pleasure to do business with him. Karen Robertson
Karen Robertson

To Betty Joyce and Family... Mary Simpson Cox "Loretta and myself and The Cox family sending out prayers of comfort and condolences during times of loss ,love and respect !!
Perry Cox

Tony and Family, Deepest Sympathies to you and your family. We'll keep you in our prayers. - Lia, Greig and Pop
Lia Cody

Betty, I am so sorry for your loss. I will be praying for you and your family in the days to come.
Stacy Gelinas

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