Joyce Elizabeth Connelly Grayson
Easley, SC
Joyce Elizabeth Connelly Grayson, 89, wife of the late Webster D. Grayson, died Saturday, August 10, 2024.
Born in Prosperity, SC, she was the daughter of the late Roy Connelly and Annette S. Connelly.
She is survived by her three sons, Tony A. Grayson (Kim), Paul M. Grayson and Ken Grayson (Libby); one brother Bruce Connelly; seven grandchildren, Jeremy Grayson, Erik Grayson, Amber Grayson (Anthony), Laura Christian (Will), Kathleen Grayson (Carl Gibson), James Grayson (Mackenzie) and Brooke Grayson; two great- grandchildren, Jordan Christian and Lily Jean Christian.
She was predeceased by her brother, Larry Connelly; sister, Patsy Connelly; daughter-in-law, Wendy Grayson.
Joyce was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and sister. She poured her heart and life out caring for her family. She enjoyed taking family vacations, whether at Disney World, the beach or the mountains. If a family member was in need, Joyce was there.
She was a graduate of Prosperity High School and Francis Marion University. She worked as a school secretary, teacher’s aide and teacher. She taught Adult Education students, hearing impaired students and fifth grade students for ten years at Bennettsville Elementary School.
She was a member of Thomas Memorial Baptist Church and The Josephine Rogers Sunday School class.
A private funeral will be held, with Reverend Erik K. Grayson speaking. Honorary Pallbearers will be her grandchildren: Jeremy Grayson, Amber Grayson, Laura Christian, Kathleen Grayson, James Grayson and Brooke Grayson.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Via Hospice, 1003 Grove Road Suite E Greenville, SC 29605.
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