As a kid, Joey played baseball and always had a love for fast cars and racing. He attended high school at Hillwood High and got into drag racing along with his father as a teenager.
From a young age, he loved cars and racing and made his mark as “Big Sexy” at Music City Raceway and multiple other racetracks. He loved fishing, boating, making people laugh, and had a way with the grill. With a contagious smile and winning personality, he always won people over with his heart of gold. He will always be remembered for being able to make you a delicious plate of food, making you laugh until your stomach hurt, giving you the shirt off of his back, being an amazing friend, and a loving father.
He spent most of his life working as a mechanic, which he learned from his father at a young age. This talent enabled him to not only make a living but provided him with the ability to build and race drag cars. As his father’s name is still in the record books at Music City Raceway under J modified stock production, Joey’s name will also live on there and in the hearts of the family, friends, and fans who loved him dearly.
His passing is a great loss to many and is heartfelt beyond what words can express. Rest Easy, Fly High, and race with the speed of light. You’re home now and your memories will always live on in our hearts.
Joey is preceded in death by Homer Lee Gann (Father) and Clittie Lucille Taylor Gann “Lucy” (Mother). Survived by his daughters Joscelyn Marie Noble-Gann and Jaci Taylor Morgan; siblings (Sisters) Elizabeth F. McBath, Lori L. Gann, (Brothers) Homer L. Gann Jr, Gary A. Gann, Troy McCord. Along with his many nieces and nephews.
There will be a Gathering of Family & Friends for Joey on Saturday, February 4, 2023 from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM at Hibbett & Hailey Funeral Home, 429 Donelson Pike, Nashville, TN 37214, followed by a Celebration of Life at 2:00 PM.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.HibbettHaileyFH.com for the Gann family.
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