Joe F. Burkett, 83, passed away December 13, 2017 in Memphis, TN. Joe was born July 12, 1934 in Newbern, TN. He served in the U.S. Army for two years, an avid golfer, a sports fan of the Memphis Tigers and St. Louis Cardinals. Joe was preceded in death by son, Steve Burkett; four sisters, Martha S. Pitts, Frances Austin, Jean McFarland and Sue Chalk; two brothers, Adrian "June" Burkett and Dr. Luther Burkett. Joe is survived by son, Don Burkett; four grandchildren, Jenny Burkett (Sonny), Shawnee Burkett, Katelyn McCord, Brandon McCord; five great-grandchildren, Molly, Chloe, Sophia, Mason and Odin; two sisters, Ruth Beck (Chuck) and Nancy Johnson. The family will receive friends from 1-2pm with service at 2pm on Sunday, December 17th at Family Funeral Care.
