Born July 9, 1928, in Cleveland County, she was the daughter of the late Forrest George Gold and Ola Webb Gold.
Joyce was a lifelong Christian. She enjoyed music, gardening and golf. She also enjoyed participating in the Chancel Choir in the many churches where she was a member.
Joyce was predeceased by her husband, Charles Lewis Blanton. She is survived by her two sons, Charles Philip (Jane) and Keith Douglas, both of Charlotte; two grandchildren, Charles Philip Blanton II (Lindsay) and Margaret Cranford Blanton (Danielle); and two great-grandchildren, Tatum and Anna Jane. Two brothers, George Webb Gold and Donald Forrest Gold preceded her in death.
A private graveside service to celebrate Joyce’s life will be held on Thursday, March 10, 2022, at 11:00 AM at Cleveland Memorial Cemetery, 1225 College Ave., Boiling Springs, NC 28017.
For those wishing to send memorial gifts, please consider the charity of your choice.
Condolences may be offered at www.mcewenpinevillechapel.com