June 30, 2025, the world lost a truly remarkable soul, Joyce Davis Gates, at the age of 83. Born on Valentine's Day, February 14, 1942, in Boone, North Carolina, Joyce's life was a testament to love, faith, and joy. Residing at The Foley Center at the time of her passing, she leaves behind a legacy that will continue to inspire her family and friends for years to come.

Joyce Gates leaves behind her husband, Gene Gates and four daughters: Kimberly Gates, Pamela James, Lynn Isaacs and Sandy Tenly .

Joyce was very proud of her seven grandchildren: Paula Coffey, Dustin James, Chasity James, Cydnee Griggs, Amber Fairbetter, Jennifer Davis and Kristen Tenly and thirteen great grandchildren.

Joyce's journey through life was marked by her deep faith in Christianity, her humor, and an innate ability to make strangers feel like lifelong friends.

The Family would like to thank The Foley Center for all they did for Joyce during her stay with them. If anyone would like to make donations in Joyce's memory, please make them to The Foley Center of Blowing Rock.

Funeral services will be conducted 2:00 PM Monday July 7th at Hampton Funeral Home Chapel. Interment will follow in Mount Lawn Memorial Park and Gardens. Reverend Burl Greer will officiate.

The family will receive friends from 1:00 until 2:00, prior to the service.

Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.hamptonfuneralnc.com

Hampton Funeral and Cremation Service is in charge of the arrangements.