Joyce Linda Goins-Burnette

Joyce "Linda" Goins-Burnette was born on February 18, 1960 in Halifax County to the late Dorsey & Bertha Goins. She departed this life to eternal rest on December 31, 2017.

Linda, as she was affectionately called, was a lifelong resident of Halifax County. She served in the United States Army, where she served her country until she was honorably discharged.  She enjoyed spending time with her son, Rayshad; as well as other friends and family, completing Search & Find books, and putting together Jigsaw puzzles. Linda was a loving and devoted mother, and will be remembered for her fun and loving spirit.  She would lend a helping hand to anyone in need.

She was preceded in death by Father and Mother, Dorsey & Bertha Goins, and brother, Dorsey Jr. She leaves to cherish her memory, a loving son, Rayshad D'Juan Goins; husband, Henry Burnette; Three sisters, Doris Goins Hewlin (Jeffrey), Barbara Ann Goins & Connie Vernet Bell (Theodore Jr).  One brother, Calvin Antonio Goins; Two nieces, Sharon S. & Crystal G.  Three nephews, Darius G., Delveckeo G., & Clarence Jr. Three great-nieces, Davonne S., Ty'Ashia L. & A'Niyah M. Three great-nephews; Xavier & Xzvionne R. & Caleb G. and a host of aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends.

A Homegoing service will be held 1:00 P.M. Saturday, January 6, 2017 at Greater Saints Chapel Baptist Church, 5411 Ringwood Road, Enfield, NC 27823 with Rev. Willie Peterson, officiating.

The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service.

Online condolences may be made at www.hockadayfs.com.