Joe Leon Joplin

Joe L. “Shinny” Joplin, age 86, of Clarksville, passed away, Wednesday, December 04, 2019, at his residence.  Joe was born, June 20, 1933, in the Silver City Community of Red River County to Joseph Ballard and Ruby A. Crook Joplin.  He was a farmer and rancher, enjoyed hunting and working horses.  Joe also served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War and the National Guard.  His parents; and a brother, Ronnie “Pete” Joplin preceded him in death.

Graveside services are set for 10:30 a.m., Saturday, December 7, 2019, at Lanes Chapel Cemetery with Rev. Tracy Williams officiating. Burial will follow under the direction of Clarksville Funeral Home.

Pallbearers are Scott King, Jacob King, Curtis Joplin, Shane Joplin, Clifton Joplin and Bruce Emery.

Honorary Pallbearers are, Solon King, Wayne Eilers, Timothy Joplin and Terry Healy.

Visitation will be an hour before service time at the cemetery.

Survivors include his son, Jeff Joplin of Clarksville; his sister, Ruby Jean Healy of Clarksville; his brothers, Tommy C. Joplin and wife, Diane and Frank Joplin and wife, Margaret both of Clarksville; and one niece and several nephews.

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