Joe Runkles, age 81 of Harriman, passed away on Wednesday, April 28th, 2021 at the Parkwest Medical Center in Knoxville, TN. He was born on April 3rd, 1940 in Baltimore, MD. Joe was an avid coin, lighthouse, and ship collector and was very proud of his collections. He worked as a truck driver his whole life, last working for Total Transportation. He is preceded in death by his Father: James Runkles; Mother: Othea Estep; and stepmother: Altonia Runkles; Sister: Gwen Boatwright; and brother: Jim Runkles. He is survived by:
Wife: Mary Runkles
Children: Teresa, Vicky, Tina, Tonia, Valerie, Joe Jr, Jonathan, Betty Mae, and Eddie
Stepson: Ted Doherty Jr
Brother: Chuck Runkles
Kurt Runkles
Sister: Jane Runkles
And numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren, and great-great grandchildren
Along with several other nieces, nephews, and other extended family members.
The family will receive friends on Saturday, May 1st, 2021 from 4:00-6:00 pm in the chapel of Evans Mortuary in Rockwood, TN. Memorial service will follow at 6:00 pm with Bro. Greg Noe officiating. Evans Mortuary is serving the family of Mr. Joe Runkles.
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