Joyce Downing Fussell Reid Obituary
We bid farewell to Joyce Downing Fussell Reid of Roanoke Rapids, North Carolina, born in Edenton, North Carolina, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on January 23, 2026 at the age of 93. Joyce touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Joyce Downing Fussell Reid to pay them a last tribute.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Amanda Bennett Downing and Ruey Nicholas Downing; and her sisters, Jean, Madeline, Vera and Maxine.
She is survived by: her children, Carol Yates Baker of Williamsburg, VA and Michael Yates (Mary Ann) of Roanoke Rapids; her grandchildren, Alison Yates Berry (Scott) and Harrison Baker (Laura) of Falls Church, VA; her great grandchildren, Wynn Baker and Weller Harrison Baker of Falls Church; and her brothers, Ray Downing (Roanoke Rapids) and Nick Downing (Nettie) of Cary, NC..
