Joseph Wellington Raynor, 76, passed away, Saturday, August 06, 2011.  He was born March 19, 1935 in Nash County to the late Charlie James and Lillian Ramsey Raynor. 

He is survived by his wife of 53 years Frances Drake Raynor; his daughter Pamela Raynor Eillis and husband David of Nashville; four sisters, Martha Raynor Price and husband Ronald of Washington, Joyce Savage of Rocky Mount, Minnie Compton and husband John R. of Newport,  Debra Taylor and husband Bob of Nashville; three grandchildren; four great grandchildren.

A funeral service was  held Monday, August 8, 2011 at 3 pm with visitation starting at 2 pm at Cornerstone Funeral Home.  The burial  followed at Forest Hills Cemetery.  Flowers are accepted or a contribution to the family can be made.