Joe Greenwell

Joe Greenwell, 68, of Shepherdsville, passed away Monday, September 22, 2025 at his residence. He was born on May 6, 1957 in Bardstown. Joe was an Air Force Veteran, a self-employed diesel mechanic, past employee for 20 plus years as a safety patrol for the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, a member of the American Legion and Past Commander, founder and director of the American Legion Post 42 Riders and past KBA officer. He loved to travel to military memorials, riding his Harley Davidson on charitable rides such as Toys for Tots and others, fishing, hunting and his dog "Roo".

He was preceded in death by his first wife, Beverly "Jeannie" Greenwell; parents, Joe Donnie and Barbara Ann Greenwell; and his mother-in-law, Marcella Samuels.

He is survived by his wife, Annetta Samuels Greenwell; two daughters, Carrie R. Lawrence (Cyndi) and Danielle M. Rose (Denny); step-son, Jody Foster (Kita); step-daughter, Destiny Hamilton (William); five grandchildren, Taylor R. Doimer, Allison M. Area (Bronson), Raelyn M. Rose, Jackson Rose, and Riley Hileman; step-grandson, Liam Hamilton; two sisters, Sheila Mouser (Gene) and Connie Greenwell; and several nieces and nephews.

His funeral service will be at 11:00 A.M. Saturday, September 27, 2025 at Barlow Funeral Home with burial in St. Joseph Cemetery. Rev. Archie Smallwood will officiate. Visitation will be Friday, September 26, 2025 from 3 - 8 P.M. and Saturday, September 27, 2025 from 9 - 11 A.M. at Barlow Funeral Home.

Barlow Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.