Joyce Rakestraw Cayton

April 26, 1942 - May 30, 2024 (82 years old)

Madison, North Carolina

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Joyce Rakestraw Cayton

April 26, 1942 - May 30, 2024 (82 years old)

Madison, North Carolina

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Start: 2024-06-05T17:00:00
End: 2024-06-05T17:50:00
Location: Colonial Funeral Home

We are sad to announce that on May 30, 2024 we had to say goodbye to Joyce Rakestraw Cayton (Madison, North Carolina). You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

In the hush of twilight, as the stars twinkle in silent homage, we reflect on the legacy Joyce Rakestraw leaves behind and her impact on the lives of her loved ones. Though Joyce Rakestraw may no longer walk among us, her spirit lives on in the memories held dear by her family and friends, a guiding light that illuminates their paths in times of darkness.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Walter Rakestraw and Thelma Rakestraw; and her husband William Wade Cayton Sr.. She is survived by: her son William Wade Cayton Jr..

Memorial contributions may be made to Forsyth Medical Center Research or charity of your choice.

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June 3, 2024

Abby Fobes wrote a sympathy message

“While we've only known Joyce for a short period of time, we loved getting to know her and her spunky attitude. She loved Wade and Elvis and her brown gravy and biscuits... We will miss you, Godspeed...”

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