1903-1984

Henry W. Joynes, founder and former owner of Joynes Funeral Home, was born in Cape Charles, Virginia, March 31, 1903.
A licensed mortician in the state of Virginia and the District of Columbia, he received his education from Tidewater Institute, Chesapeake, Virginia; Virginia Union University, Richmond, Virginia and H.E. Dolan College of Mortuary Science, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. In 1932, he established his first funeral home in Washington, DC. In 1938, he moved to Warrenton, where he established the main branch of his business, serving Fauquier County and surrounding areas. Throughout his forty-five years in the profession, Henry demonstrated the classic characteristics that made Joynes Funeral Home’s reputation of compassion, dignity, and attention to detail, the cornerstone of their philosophy. He continued his dedicated and devoted service even as his health failed, as he always attended funeral services, literally until just a few months before he passed, one day short of his 81st birthday, March 30, 1984.

1909-2002

Augustine Victoria Joynes was born in Capeville, Virginia, Northampton County, November 29, 1909. She was a graduate of the Tidewater Institute, Chesapeake, Virginia. After her marriage to Henry W. Joynes, she took residence in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and Washington, D.C. respectively, before joining the Warrenton community in 1938. In addition to church activities, she was a life member of the NAACP and held positions in the local chapter. A loving and devoted wife, mother, and grandmother, she was a role model and an inspiration to her family, never ceasing to give wise counsel and unconditional love. Her gentle, humble and compassionate spirit was reflected in the service and comfort that she gave to the bereaved. As co-owner and vice president of the Joynes Funeral Home, she devoted many hours to the advancement and growth of the business, but always putting first the well being of her constituents.

George Woodson Joynes is a graduate of Virginia State University with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Psychology and a minor General Science. He joined the family business after graduating from Eckels College of Mortuary Science in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and became a licensed funeral director and embalmer in the District of Columbia and in Virginia, respectively. He is a former instructor in the Department of Mortuary Science, University of the District of Columbia. Woodson continues the tradition of ultimate professionalism and works tirelessly in rendering service to bereaved families. He serves in various local organizations and is a member of the National Funeral Directors Association and the Virginia Morticians Association. He is currently manager of Joynes Funeral Home and is a trustee of First Baptist Church, Warrenton.

Darryl S. Joynes joined the family business in 1987. He received his mortuary science training from Catonsville Community College, Baltimore, MD, graduating in 1989. He became a licensed funeral director and embalmer in Virginia in 1990. Darryl, an amateur computer programmer, brought a more modern approach to the firm, completely computerizing the office and implementing a complete software database. Today he continues the Joynes tradition of service, dedicating himself to giving consummate professionalism at all times. Darryl is a member of the National Funeral Directors Associaton as well as the Virginia Morticians Association. He is currently the assistant manager at Joynes Funeral Home and an active member at Faith Christian Church in Warrenton.

William S. Lawson joined the firm in the 1960’s and is an experienced and dedicated assistant. He regularly assists on all services and is a road warrior, spending many hours traveling to various hospitals and nursing homes, making removals for the firm. He is Superintendant of Sunday School and President of the Usher Board at Walnut Grove Baptist Church, Warrenton.  William's faithfulness and dedication are truly reflected in the caring services that he continuously provides.

Lillian A. Walker has been a devoted assistant since 1999.  A native of Fauquier County, she is a 1965 graduate of Taylor High School.  She is a Deaconess at Salem Baptist Church, Marshall, VA and a member of the Easter Star, Warrenton, VA.  Lillian's compassion is demonstrated in the personal attention that she extends to the families we serve.

Sylvia Swann Brown joined the firm in 2007 as a valuable assistant, providing attentive support to bereaved families. Sylvia is a warm and caring person who also serves as an usher and greeter at Faith Christian Church in Warrenton, VA. She is a recent retiree from United Airlines and she enjoys gardening, walking, and Bible study.

Steve W. Carter has been a dedicated assistant since 1992.  He is a 1969 graduate of Taylor High School.  Steve also works in the audio-visual ministry at Faith Christian Church, Warrenton, VA. He is an industrious person, always trustworthy and reliable in the fulfillment of the services we share.

Kelly Walker joined the firm in 2006 as an assistant and has become a valued asset to the firm. Kelly can be seen on most services and many local removals. He is a 1996 graduate of Fauquier High School and a firefighter with Warrenton Fire Department.

Daris Carter is a graduate of Fauquier High School and it's department of Cosmetology. She has been a licensed cosmetologist since 1986 and a licensed cosmetology instructor since 1998. Her work reflects her creativity, conscientiousness and concern in hair styling and make-up. She has been a part of the staff since 1997.