Joyce Ann Irwin, age 73, of Knoxville, TN entered the arms of Jesus on Sunday, September 11, 2022. She was a devout christian and loving wife of 53 years, mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, aunt and friend. Joyce was a nurse for over 30 years and a precious caregiver to her entire family and friends.
Preceded in death by parents, Eugene and Edna Llewellyn; brothers, Gene "JR" and Ronnie Llewellyn; sister and brother-in-law, Norma and Don Johnson; in-laws, Bill and Julia Irwin and aunt, Nell Robinson.
Joyce is survived by the love of her life and husband of 53 years, Joe Irwin; sons, Steve (Hope) Irwin, Brian (Missy) Irwin; grandchildren, Lauren, Jacob, Grace, Neal, Noah and Ensley Irwin; sisters, Linda (Jerry) Rader, Vicky R. Llewellyn; sister-in-law, Vicky Llewellyn; best friend, Brenda Mitchell and many nieces and nephews.
The family will receive friends Thursday, September 15, 2022 between the hours of 5:00pm until 7:00pm in the chapel of Berry Funeral Home, 3704 Chapman Hwy, Knoxville with a service to follow at 7:00pm, officiated by Rev. Dana Fachman. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.berryfuneralhome.com for the Irwin family.