John "Sam" Joiner Jr., of Rockford departed this earthly life September 17, 2022. He was born June 10, 1960 in Vance, MS the son John and Alice Joiner. John lived many years in Rockford coming from Mississippi.

He attended Auburn High School.

John leaves to cherish many loving memories, daughter Nickisha McLin; two grandchildren; Timia and Timiya Staten; five brothers, Horace, MacArthur, Terrence and Sharod Joiner and Dr. Larry Harris; two sisters, Justine Joiner and Gloria Tinnie a host of nieces, nephew's other relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his parents; brothers, Larry and Quincy Joiner and sister Patricia Joiner .

Memorial services will be held 2:00 p.m. Monday, September 26, 2022 at Carl E Ponds Funeral Home Inc. 200 N. Johnston Ave. Doors will be open from 1:00 p.m. until the time of service