Joan Kirby Presnell passed away April 13, 2018. She retired from University of Tennessee Animal Science Department. Survived by husband L.C. Presnell; daughters: Lori (John) Center of Simpsonville, South Carolina and Lea Ann (Bryan) Wright of Knoxville; son, Larry (Macie) Presnell of Knoxville; grandchildren, Kirby (Kyle) Frair, Madison Wright, Mallory Presnell, Nick (Sarah) Wright, andTyler Center;
sister: Mary (Tom) Surratt; brother: Lynn (Veda) Kirby. A private family service was held. Memorials can be made to Alzheimer's Tennessee, 5801 Kingston Pk, Knoxville, TN 37919. Condolences may be offered at www.berrylynnhurst.com