Joel Otto Kimrey

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​Joel Otto Kimrey, 92, passed away Wednesday, October 23, 2024 at Savannah Court and Cottages in Oviedo, FL.

Joel was born November 15, 1931 in Stanley County, NC to Samuel and Ruby Dennis Kimrey. He graduated at the age of 16 from Norwood High School in June 1948. He was sworn into the US Navy in November 1948 in Charlotte, NC. Serving his time on two ships, the USS Jackson APA-18 and the USS Dixie where his spent the majority of his time. Joel was discharged from the Navy in November 1952 in San Diego, CA, serving a few days shy of four years. After his service in the US Navy, Joel when on to pursue a degree in Geological Engineering at NC State University and graduated in June of 1958 with honors. He married his beloved Carolyn on March 14, 1964. He and Carolyn would spend the majority of their lives together traveling the world as Joel pursued his career but they made their home in Florida.

Joel leaves behind his beloved wife, Carolyn Jones Kimrey and son, Robert "Bobby" Kimrey both of Oviedo, FL.

A graveside service will be held 11:00 am, Saturday, November 2, 2024 in Devotional Gardens, Warsaw, NC.

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