Joe Trimble

Joe Trimble obituary, Lansing, MI

Joe Trimble

Joe Trimble Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Skinner Funeral Home - Lansing on Dec. 28, 2025.
Joseph Franklin Trimble

Lansing, Michigan

Went to be with his Lord and Savior on Tuesday, December 23, 2025 at the age of 78. Joe was one of nine children and born April 13, 1947 to Neil and Vivian (Bartels) Trimble in Genoa City, Wisconsin. Joe honorably served in the US Army during the Vietnam War earning many commendations and serving as Medical Corpsman. Joe was the owner and operator of Power Kleen for many years. Throughout his time, he made many business relationships and became well known for his work ethic and his loyalty to his customers. He was also a dedicated member of Parker Memorial Baptist Church. Joe was an avid and accomplished golfer who reveled in the thrill of the game. He played in leagues at Royal Scot, won numerous golf tournaments, and had multiple hole-in-ones while playing. Joe truly loved the game of golf and enjoyed traveling all around to play it. He liked being a jokester and prankster. He was a loyal friend, a dedicated family man, and Joe will be dearly missed by all who knew him.

He is survived by his beloved wife of 48 years, Diane Trimble; children, Troy (Caroline) Trimble, Michal (Thome) West, Todd Trimble; grandchildren, Joseph (Mariah) Trimble, Christopher (Inez) Trimble, Gavin West, Travis West, Keegan Trimble; great grandchildren, Emmi, Elliette, Santana; siblings, John (Karen) Trimble, Jack (Lynda) Trimble, Judy (Larry deceased) Nelson, Joanne (Toby deceased) Tobias, and Jeff Trimble as well as numerous nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his daughter, Jennifer Thelen; siblings Jerry Trimble, Janet Fredericks, Jim Trimble, as well as his parents.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, January 2, 2026 at Parker Memorial Baptist Church, 1902 East Cavanaugh Road, Lansing, Michigan. Family will receive friends at the church one hour prior to the service for visitation. For those desiring, memorial contributions may be made to Diane Trimble in Joe's name. To share memories, upload photos and leave condolences please visit Joe's memorial page at www.SkinnerFuneralHomes.com

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