Proceeding her in death was her husband, James W. Malone, Jr; her parents, Joe H Robertson and Mary Terrell Robertson; her brothers Bill Robertson, CT “Scrip” Robertson, Pete Armstrong, and Bob Robertson; one sister Foy R. Maddox; and her niece Tony Robertson Banks.
Surviving her are her nephews, John Maddox, Richard Robertson, Ron Robertson, Mike Robertson, Tom Armstrong, Mark Armstrong, Drew Armstrong, Eric Armstrong; and her nieces Pat Robertson Rice, Pam Robertson McCaskill, Julie Maddox Cain and Melissa Maddox Conner; several great nieces and nephews who filled her last days with joy.
Joyce was born in Bixby, NC and after High School graduation in 1944 she attended Guilford College and then trained in cosmetology. She worked in her cousin Cleo’s Winston Salem Salon for several years.
Joyce led a very rich and full life. Because of her husband’s military career, she traveled all over the world. She lived in the Philippines; Alaska; Washington DC; Wilmington, NC; the island of Aruba; Lake Tahoe, NV; Estes Park and Denver, CO.
In every place she lived, she always worked in office management positions, but she had many outside interests. She loved to cook and entertain especially with margaritas; her artwork was exhibited in juried shows receiving many awards; and her handcrafted pillows, quilts and afghans were treasured gifts. In addition, she was a wonderful letter writer and kept up with all her nieces and nephews.
Joyce will always be remembered for her magnetic personality. Her beautiful smile and twinkling eyes could light up any room and her wonderful laugh that came straight from heart signaled her joy and celebration for life. Many people, both relatives and friends benefited from her warm and generous caregiving nature. She will be missed by all.
A Committal Service and Interment will be held Saturday, March 26, 2022 at 1:00pm at the Bixby Presbyterian Church, 1806 Fork Bixby Road, Advance, NC with Pastor Pete Peterson officiating.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be sent to the Bixby Presbyterian Church, Cemetery Fund, 1806 Fork Bixby Road, Advance, NC 27006.
Arrangements especially for Mrs. Joyce R. Malone and her family have been made through Monte Vista Funeral Home & Memorial Park, 1900 E. Oakland Avenue, Johnson City, TN; 423-282-2631.
