Celebrating the life of
James Stanley "Jay" Joyner, Jr.
July 18, 1972 - November 23, 2013
James Stanley "Jay" Joyner, Jr., born July 18, 1972 in Savannah, Georgia and departed this life November 23, 2013 in Warrenton, Georgia in fatal car accident.
Preceded in death by his father, James Stanley Joyner, Sr. He is survived by his mother, Nancy Yeargin Floyd and stepfather David K. Floyd, his brother, Keary E. Joyner, his sister, Celeste Joyner Wachsman and two nieces, his grandmother, Gertrude H. Yeargin, several aunts and uncles and a dear friend of the family Shirley Giella.
He was a graduate of Benedictine Military School and received a Bachelor's degree in Business from Armstrong State College. He was self-employed as a General Contractor. Those who knew him would tell you he had a generous nature and a very soft heart.
The funeral service is scheduled for 2:00 p.m., Sunday, December 1, 2013 at Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel conducted by Reverend Marshall Ray of Thunderbolt Baptist Church. The family will receive friends from 12:00 p.m. until 2:00 p.m. prior to the service. Burial will follow in the Greenwich section of Bonaventure Cemetery.
The Lord, Jesus, has been holding Jay's hand for awhile and has now decided to walk with him to a better place.
Please sign our online guestbook at www.foxandweeks.com
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
We were so very sorry to hear about Jay. Our hearts go out to all of you during this difficult time.
- Mike & Sara Connor, Savannah, GA
I'm so sorry for your loss.
- george henry, savannah, GA
Jay was a great friend and I have many great childhood memories of him. I will continue to pray for his family. May he rest peacefully in God's kingdom!
- Dawn Odom, Savannah, GA
My prayers go out to Jay and his family, I wish I could attend his memorial. Some of the best memories were with Jay, and some of those were because of Jay! He will certainly be missed and never forgotten. Love you Jay and see ya on the other side.
- Scott Harrison, , GA
My condolences go out the all. I only wish I could have made it to the services! I also wish I could have seen Jay again! I will miss him!!!
- Pat Begley, Burnsville, NC
How lucky I was to have taught Jay in first grade! What a treasure! He was such a good student, he made my job easy and a lot of fun! Please know I am keeping all of you in my prayers and thoughts.
- Mrs. Colette Sego, Brooklet, GA
I was next door neighbors with Jay and his family until I was nine years old. We played, got in trouble together and played more. We crossed paths while in highschool and a few times in adult hood. I am sorry to hear of his passing. Condolences to the family. May he rest in peace.
- Angela Methe Helmly, Bluffton, SC
My thoughts and prayers are with you and yours during this difficult time and hereafter. Jay always had a smile and I know he is resting peacefully now.
- Misty Johnson Scribner, Savannah, GA
My condolence to to family. May you find comfort and peace in your memories. Rev 21:3,4
- G. Jackson, ,
Although, I only knew you for about two years. Jay you became my best friend. God Bless you and the Joyner family. I will miss you
- Stewart Helmly, savannah, GA
I was fortunate to have known Celeste and get parents in high school in Germany. I'm deeply saddened by their loss. I have many memories of you guys and I'm praying and will keep you in my heart. so sorry for your loss. Love and peace .
- Tanya Pryhoda, Duluth, GA
My deepest sympathy to family and friends. I remember Jay , Keary, and Celeste as children and will cherish the memory of the time spent with them....God Bless and comfort the family
- Chuck Burke, Grovetown, GA
I have many great memories of Jay, as we were great friends in high school. I am sad to hear of this news that he has left this world. I know that he is now in a better place with God. I would like to express my deepest condolences to those family members left behind, I know how difficult that this is for you all. I pray for the Lord to wrap his loving arms around you all to give the peace and comfort that only he can give to you. In Jesus' name Amen.
- April Torma Lapole, Flowery Branch, GA
My Dearest Friends Celeste, The Joyner Family, and Sweet Jay, I have been sitting here staring at this blank text box for what feels like hours, and still not feel like I know the right things to say,the words just don’t flow. Jay was a childhood friend and I met him when I was a cheerleader with Celeste, and sister Jenny Rose, and cousins Freya, and Jessica. We were all great friends and hung out often. When our parents moved away we lost touch and a couple years ago Celeste found us on Facebook and I got to see her and Jay all grown up.. To lose Jay like this is just heart breaking..I know that you all are just hurting so bad and I just pray and pray for you all!! Good bye sweet Jay, you were a great friend and I will miss you!! See you in Heaven.. With love, Courtney Harmon- Stein
- Courtney Harmon-Stein, Savannah, GA
I went to BC with Jay and grew up playing little league baseball with him. My dad coached several teams we played on. Very sorry to hear of his passing. My condolences to Jay's family and our prayers are with you all during this time. Steve Linton
- Steve Linton, Evans, GA
God bless all of you in your time of grief. I have fond menories of Jay our house with Jason, Joy, Marla And Carla. Prayers for the family from all of us.
- Cheryl Pade, savannah, GA
CELESTE, KEARY, NANCY AND DAVE, I AM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. YOU KNOW, JAY WAS LIKE A SON TO ME. IT FEELS SO WEIRD KNOWING HE ISN'T AROUND ANYMORE EVEN THOUGH I HAVEN'T SEEN HIM IN THE LAST FEW YEARS. AGAIN, I AM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS!!
- Vicki Joyner, SAVANNAH, GA
May you rest in peace Jay. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
- carla bredehoeft, gainesville, FL
Nancy & David, Keary & Celeste, Aunt Gert & Pat & family our heartfelt condolences to you on the loss of Jay. It was a tragic event that took him to be with our fathers & grand parents. Jay is at peace now. The memories of good times together, fmaily dinners and holidays will bring a smile to your lips as time goes bye. You are in our hearts. The Nielubowicz family.
- Chester & Sandi Nielubowicz BC62', Santee, CA
Dear Family, Obviously the news of losing our sweet cousin Jay hit us all very hard up here in Atlanta. The truth is, we all know and believe, thanks to Jesus, it'll only be a minute and we will see him again... Hurting and yet hopeful with you, Cousins and family in Atlanta
- Theresa A. Gernatt, Marietta, GA
To my long distant family, I am so sorry for your loss. We all.had great memories of each other. I can.not believe this has happened to you all. Jay was a wonderful, and kind person. I.think of all us together growing up. I think often of all the wonderful times we had together. Jay will be deeply missed by everyone. May god bless you all and be with you during this time of mourning.
- Ashley Towson, Savannah, GA
We are so sorry for your loss. May God comfort and bless you during this difficult time. With Love Danny and Amanda Dudley
- Danny and Amanda Dudley, Athens, AL
We are so sorry for your loss. May God comfort and bless you during this difficult time. With Love Danny and Amanda Dudley
- Danny and Amanda Dudley, Athens, AL
Our hearts and prayers go out to all of you
- Frank and Heather Dozhier, Madison, AL
To a Best Friend that can never be replaced. You will live forever in my heart and mind, thanks for all the great times and great stories . Kerry if you and the family need anything let me know!
- Stephen Hendrix, Smithsburg, MD
RIP Jay, you will be missed
- Kelly Dyer-Cline, Savannah, GA
Not sure why the death of a classmate can brings such strong emotions. Maybe our own mortality, maybe unsaid things, maybe an appreciation of life? It's because all of these reasons and more that I express my condolences to your family, Jay. May you rest in peace dear friend!
- Megan Callahan Kicklighter, Pooler, GA
We were so very sorry to hear about Jay. Our hearts go out to all of you during this difficult time.
- Mike & Sara Connor, Savannah, GA
I'm so sorry for your loss.
- george henry, savannah, GA
Jay was a great friend and I have many great childhood memories of him. I will continue to pray for his family. May he rest peacefully in God's kingdom!
- Dawn Odom, Savannah, GA
My prayers go out to Jay and his family, I wish I could attend his memorial. Some of the best memories were with Jay, and some of those were because of Jay! He will certainly be missed and never forgotten. Love you Jay and see ya on the other side.
- Scott Harrison, , GA
My condolences go out the all. I only wish I could have made it to the services! I also wish I could have seen Jay again! I will miss him!!!
- Pat Begley, Burnsville, NC
How lucky I was to have taught Jay in first grade! What a treasure! He was such a good student, he made my job easy and a lot of fun! Please know I am keeping all of you in my prayers and thoughts.
- Mrs. Colette Sego, Brooklet, GA
I was next door neighbors with Jay and his family until I was nine years old. We played, got in trouble together and played more. We crossed paths while in highschool and a few times in adult hood. I am sorry to hear of his passing. Condolences to the family. May he rest in peace.
- Angela Methe Helmly, Bluffton, SC
My thoughts and prayers are with you and yours during this difficult time and hereafter. Jay always had a smile and I know he is resting peacefully now.
- Misty Johnson Scribner, Savannah, GA
My condolence to to family. May you find comfort and peace in your memories. Rev 21:3,4
- G. Jackson, ,
Although, I only knew you for about two years. Jay you became my best friend. God Bless you and the Joyner family. I will miss you
- Stewart Helmly, savannah, GA
I was fortunate to have known Celeste and get parents in high school in Germany. I'm deeply saddened by their loss. I have many memories of you guys and I'm praying and will keep you in my heart. so sorry for your loss. Love and peace .
- Tanya Pryhoda, Duluth, GA
My deepest sympathy to family and friends. I remember Jay , Keary, and Celeste as children and will cherish the memory of the time spent with them....God Bless and comfort the family
- Chuck Burke, Grovetown, GA
I have many great memories of Jay, as we were great friends in high school. I am sad to hear of this news that he has left this world. I know that he is now in a better place with God. I would like to express my deepest condolences to those family members left behind, I know how difficult that this is for you all. I pray for the Lord to wrap his loving arms around you all to give the peace and comfort that only he can give to you. In Jesus' name Amen.
- April Torma Lapole, Flowery Branch, GA
My Dearest Friends Celeste, The Joyner Family, and Sweet Jay, I have been sitting here staring at this blank text box for what feels like hours, and still not feel like I know the right things to say,the words just don’t flow. Jay was a childhood friend and I met him when I was a cheerleader with Celeste, and sister Jenny Rose, and cousins Freya, and Jessica. We were all great friends and hung out often. When our parents moved away we lost touch and a couple years ago Celeste found us on Facebook and I got to see her and Jay all grown up.. To lose Jay like this is just heart breaking..I know that you all are just hurting so bad and I just pray and pray for you all!! Good bye sweet Jay, you were a great friend and I will miss you!! See you in Heaven.. With love, Courtney Harmon- Stein
- Courtney Harmon-Stein, Savannah, GA
I went to BC with Jay and grew up playing little league baseball with him. My dad coached several teams we played on. Very sorry to hear of his passing. My condolences to Jay's family and our prayers are with you all during this time. Steve Linton
- Steve Linton, Evans, GA
God bless all of you in your time of grief. I have fond menories of Jay our house with Jason, Joy, Marla And Carla. Prayers for the family from all of us.
- Cheryl Pade, savannah, GA
CELESTE, KEARY, NANCY AND DAVE, I AM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. YOU KNOW, JAY WAS LIKE A SON TO ME. IT FEELS SO WEIRD KNOWING HE ISN'T AROUND ANYMORE EVEN THOUGH I HAVEN'T SEEN HIM IN THE LAST FEW YEARS. AGAIN, I AM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS!!
- Vicki Joyner, SAVANNAH, GA
May you rest in peace Jay. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
- carla bredehoeft, gainesville, FL
Nancy & David, Keary & Celeste, Aunt Gert & Pat & family our heartfelt condolences to you on the loss of Jay. It was a tragic event that took him to be with our fathers & grand parents. Jay is at peace now. The memories of good times together, fmaily dinners and holidays will bring a smile to your lips as time goes bye. You are in our hearts. The Nielubowicz family.
- Chester & Sandi Nielubowicz BC62', Santee, CA
Dear Family, Obviously the news of losing our sweet cousin Jay hit us all very hard up here in Atlanta. The truth is, we all know and believe, thanks to Jesus, it'll only be a minute and we will see him again... Hurting and yet hopeful with you, Cousins and family in Atlanta
- Theresa A. Gernatt, Marietta, GA
To my long distant family, I am so sorry for your loss. We all.had great memories of each other. I can.not believe this has happened to you all. Jay was a wonderful, and kind person. I.think of all us together growing up. I think often of all the wonderful times we had together. Jay will be deeply missed by everyone. May god bless you all and be with you during this time of mourning.
- Ashley Towson, Savannah, GA
We are so sorry for your loss. May God comfort and bless you during this difficult time. With Love Danny and Amanda Dudley
- Danny and Amanda Dudley, Athens, AL
We are so sorry for your loss. May God comfort and bless you during this difficult time. With Love Danny and Amanda Dudley
- Danny and Amanda Dudley, Athens, AL
Our hearts and prayers go out to all of you
- Frank and Heather Dozhier, Madison, AL
To a Best Friend that can never be replaced. You will live forever in my heart and mind, thanks for all the great times and great stories . Kerry if you and the family need anything let me know!
- Stephen Hendrix, Smithsburg, MD
RIP Jay, you will be missed
- Kelly Dyer-Cline, Savannah, GA
Not sure why the death of a classmate can brings such strong emotions. Maybe our own mortality, maybe unsaid things, maybe an appreciation of life? It's because all of these reasons and more that I express my condolences to your family, Jay. May you rest in peace dear friend!
- Megan Callahan Kicklighter, Pooler, GA
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200

