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
