Obituary of Joyce Catherine Layman

Joyce Catherine Whitley Layman, 71, of Fincastle Virginia, passed away peacefully at her home, with loved ones at her side, on Friday, April 14, 2017. Joyce was born in Danville, Virginia on December 19, 1945. She was the daughter of the late Henry Craven and Julia T Whitley of Danville, Virginia. She was married to the love of her life, Robert (Bobby) Layman, Jr who preceded her in death. Left behind to cherish her memory are her children; son Chris Moore and wife Wanda; step-son Robert (Bob) Layman, III and wife Lori; step-son Eric Layman and Sharon; grandchildren Campbell, Emily, Grace, Emma, Garrett and John Michael; her three loving sisters Dianne Gilbert and husband John, Janet Hazelwood and husband James, Peggy Hudson and husband Charles; brother-in-law Michael Layman and wife Janie; and numerous cousins, nieces and nephews. The family wishes to express special thanks to the wonderful staff of At Home Caregivers in Daleville, VA as well as the staff of Blue Ridge Cancer Center, Roanoke, VA. Their love, care and compassion to Joyce meant so much. Joyce enjoyed spending her time between her country home in Fincastle, VA and the beach home at Fripp Island, SC. She was an accomplished saddled horse trainer and Equestrian. She also found comfort with her faithful companions, Bonnie, Duchess and Eve, her English Bulldog, Great Mastiff and Bernice Mountain Dog. The family will receive friends from 2-3 p.m. on Saturday, April 22, 2017 at Simpson Funeral Home Chapel, with a service following at 3 p.m. with Pastor Troy Mays officiating. There will be a gathering of family and friends at the Botetourt Country Club Saturday, April 22, 2017 from 5:30-7:3- p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that memorials be made to Good Samaritan Hospice. Arrangements by Simpson Funeral Home & Crematory. (540)366-0707.