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Joe Kirby Obituary
Knoxville - Joe Lee Kirby 77 of Knoxville passed away Wednesday September 16, 2020. Joe owned and operated Kirby Auto Sales in South Knoxville for many years. He was preceded in death by parents, Marshal and Willie Kirby; Brothers, Bobby, Bruce Kirby, R.L, Eugene and Charles Wayman; Sisters, Hazel Romines and Wanda Pressley. Joe is survived by wife of 40 years, Sharon (Harris) Kirby; Son and daughter-in-law, Phil (Tammy) Kirby; daughters and son-in-law, Cara (Brian) Jones, Paula Jones and Annaleiah Kirby; special great-granddaughters, Amiah and Adriah; step-daughter, Tiffany. 11 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren; Sisters, Gerrie Brown and Judy Johnson and Several nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends Saturday September 19, 2020 from 6-8 p.m. at Berry Funeral Home 3704 Chapman hwy. Family and friends will meet Sunday September 20, 2020 at Mt. Olive Cemetery for a 12:30 p.m. graveside service. Condolences may be offered at www.berryfuneralhome.com
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Debbie Pressley
September 22, 2020
Joe Kirby was a great man and good friend
Susie Shorbe
September 21, 2020
Paula, I am so sorry about your dad. I know you will miss him greatly. Praying for you and your family.
Della Seay & Family
September 19, 2020
Sending my deepest condolences!
barbara
September 19, 2020
Our deepest Sympathy for your loss. Joe was such a good person and friend. Prayers Sharon and all family. We love you.
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Pam
September 19, 2020
I always loved Joe and always will! One of my favorite uncles!! I will miss you so much!!
Kim Pate
September 18, 2020
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Debbie (Hurst) French
September 18, 2020
Paula, Phil and Cara my heart goes out to all of your family in this time of lose. Your dad will be missed. You are all always in my heart. I love each of you dearly.
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