FRANKLIN – Joseph Edward Farrell, 60, went home to be with Jesus on Tuesday, Sept. 21, 2021.
Born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, he was the son of the late Joseph Edward Farrell Sr. and the late Patricia Ann Linn. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his grandparents, Helen Florence Linn, and Elmer John Linn, who Joe loved and spent most of his childhood with. Joe was a graduate of the University of Tampa, and a member of Holly Springs Baptist Church where he served as an assistant deacon.
“Joey”, as he was affectionately known to his girls, loved life, and trying to surprise others; he loved to play racquetball, deep sea fish, and woodworking. The most important of all to Joe was his family, especially his loving wife, his daughters, grandkids, and his dogs.
Joe is survived by his wife of 17 wonderful years, Tammie Farrell; daughters, Andi Harsey (Andrew) of Sugar Grove, North Carolina, Brianna Sumner (Chris) of Mooresville, North Carolina, Alyssa Burk (Luke Cook) of Franklin, and Amanda Hooper (Matt) of Clyde, North Carolina; sister, Diane Farrell Kramer of Chattanooga, Tennessee; and a sister-in-law, Judy Jones of Franklin. Also surviving are his grandchildren, Wayah Harsey, Finley Harsey, Wesley Hooper, Waylon Hooper, and Ansley Cook; niece, Patricia Helen Kramer; nephew, Jonathan James Kramer; and his faithful four-legged companions, Cooper, Casper, Wiz, and Ruger; along with many other numerous friends.
A celebration of life will be on Sunday, Nov. 28, at 2 p.m. at Holly Springs Baptist Church. Rev. Donnie Seagle will officiate.
Memorial donations can be made to CareNet, 130 Bidwell Street, Franklin, NC 28734.
Condolences can be left at maconfuneralhome.com.
Macon Funeral Home is handling the arrangements.