Apostle Joyce Rosenboro

Her Grace Apostle Joyce Ann Rosenboro begin her earthly journey on April 18, 1959, to the late Jimmie Lee Simpson Sr. and Ora Mewborn of Washington, DC. She was preceded in death by her grandmother Lydia Rosenboro and sister Wanda Correa. On Wednesday, July 10, 2024, at 12:45 am she heeded the Master’s voice and transitioned from labor to reward.

“Joyce” as she was affectionately called, received her education from the Craven County Public School System. Upon graduating from West Craven High School in 1977, she relocated to Durham North Carolina, where she sought in 1988 employment with GSK (GlaxoSmithKline- Pharmaceuticals), and there she was employed for 36 years until retirement. Being led by the Holy Spirit, in 2012 she graduated with an Associate Degree in Biblical Studies from His Kingdom Covenant Theological Seminary. A lover of learning, Joyce would always take classes in 1980 to further her education by attending Pitt Community College, Greenville North Carolina and Durham Technical College, Durham North Carolina where she received her Associate Degree in Business Administration.

At an early age her grandmother Lydia Rosenboro took her to church faithfully. Thus, her roots of faith began as she migrated to Durham North Carolina where she served under the Leadership of the Honorable, His Grace Bishop Marion Wright of Greater Emmanuel Temple of Grace for many years. Answering a higher call she joined the His Kingdom Ministries Church Family, Durham North Carolina where the Honorable, His Grace Bishop Randall K, Thomas and Her Grace Apostle Dr. Janice F. Thomas are Pastors; she served for 16 years under their leadership; eight years as Pastor and six years as an Apostle in the Lord’s Church until her demise.

Her Grace Apostle Joyce Ann Rosenboro loved God with a deep passion, and always was faithful to her beloved HKM Church Family. She would always express her love for her family, especially her girls and her grandchildren. She loved traveling and would travel back and forth to Washington DC to be with her mom and sisters. She just had a way of loving and helping people. She loved cooking, the beach, quartet singing and family get-togethers, especially her family reunions. She will be truly missed by all who knew her.

Her Grace Apostle Joyce Ann Rosenboro leaves to cherish her memories: Daughters, Tiera Oliver (Antonio) and Jennifer Rosenboro of Durham NC; Grandchildren; Makayla, McKenzie, Jordyn, N’Rycoh of Durham, NC; Mother; Ora Mewborn of Washington, DC; Siblings; Esther Kave, Gloria Thomas, Renae Rosenboro of Washington DC, Queenie Canady (James) of Grifton, NC, James “Buddy” Mewborn of Washington DC, Willie Mewborn of Norfolk VA, Reginald Mewborn (Cybil) of Washington DC, Shade Green(Gail) of Burlington NC, Jimmie Simpson Jr. of Florida, Jacqueline Stinette of Virgina Beach, Va, Betty Jean Baylor (Ray) of Winston Salem NC, Juanita Simpson of Lumberton NC, and Beverly Uwodi of Kenly NC. Bonus Daughters: Dayna Wilson (Tyshun) of Kinston NC, Teresa Rosenboro of Graham NC. Two Uncles; Thomas “Tee” Ingram and Apostle Henry Rosenboro(Katrina);Four Aunts: Annie Rosenboro, Ethel Rosenboro, Clara Rosenboro, Stella Holt and a host of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends