Helena W. Joyner slipped quietly and peacefully into the loving arms of her Heavenly Father early Thursday morning, June 29, 2023 at Autumn Care Nursing Home, Chesapeake, Virginia. Helena was born December 2, 1931 in Norfolk, Virginia to the late Mattie Williams and John Edmonds, Sr. She was preceded in death by brothers, John Edmonds, Jr., Raymond Edmonds; son-in-law, Eugene W. Colbert. Helena accepted the Lord at an early age. She was a former member of First Baptist Church South Hill. She later joined Bethany Baptist Church, Chesapeake, Virginia. She was educated in the Norfolk County School System and graduated from Providence School. Helena was formerly employed by Navy Air Station Galley Services and DePaul Medical Center. Helena was a devoted wife, mother, and homemaker. She enjoyed cooking for family and friends. Helena had a warm kind-hearted spirit, a loving smile, and was very caring to her family and dear friends. Helena leaves to cherish her memories; her husband, Joseph Joyner; daughter, Bernice W. Colbert; son, Donald Williams; step daughter, Lisa Joyner; four grandchildren, nephew, and a host of nieces , cousins, and dear friends. We will forever love her and treasure our many happy memories. What a blessing to have had Helena’s love for so long. WE LOVE YOU !!!!!!!!!!
Helena W. Joyner
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Monday, July 17, 2023
2:00pm - 6:00pm
Metropolitan Funeral Service
120 West Berkley Avenue
Norfolk, VA 23523
Graveside Service
Tuesday, July 18, 2023
1:00 PM
Albert G. Horton Veteran Cemetery
5310 Milners Road
Suffolk, VA 23434
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Natasha Brinkley says
July 10, 2023 at 10:12 amWe are so sorry for your lost of Ms. Joyner she will be truly missed here at Autumn Care of Chesapeake. Our prayers are with you at this time. From the Staff here at Autumn Care of Chesapeake.(Life Enrichment Natasha Brinkley.
Francina and Tonnie says
July 16, 2023 at 1:10 pmBernice, your TCE family is with you and will keep you in prayer as your tarry through this difficult time. But remember, Mama, has earned her wings and lived a glorious life. She is now watching down from heaven and will always be with you.
Joni Fontes says
July 18, 2023 at 3:37 pmBernice, Sharing in your sadness as you remember your mom. My deepest condolences to you and your family.
Kia Edmonds says
July 18, 2023 at 5:45 pmMy heart is saddened by your loss. I hold you close in my thoughts. I’m deeply sorry for your loss.”
Sade C. says
July 26, 2023 at 3:10 pmYou will truly be missed Ms. Joyner. It was truly a joy to meet you & your daughter when I worked at Autumn Care of Chesapeake.