Brother Joseph D. Noe

December 16, 1952 - March 15, 2020

Noe, Brother Joseph D., “Gramps”, 67, passed away March 15, 2020. Brother Joe was born December 16, 1952 to the late John D. & Maymie (McGrew) Noe. He is also preceded in death by his twin sister, Mary Noe; and two brothers, Louis & John T. Noe. Brother Joe was the founder and pastor of the Neighborhood Chapel Baptist Church. He served his church for 48 years and was a pillar of the Portland community. He was known for his smile and his infectious desire to help everyone. He is survived by his sister, Judy Wyatt (Al); and a host of nieces and nephews. Joe also helped raise and was a father figure to Donnie Willis (Pam), Joey Hightower (Samantha) and Rocky Carrier (Kayla) earning him the name Pops and Gramps. He is also survived by his Portland family who he loved dearly and served all his life. Visitation will be held Wednesday, March 18, 2020 from Noon-8:00 p.m. at JB Ratterman & Sons Funerals & Family Cremation Care, 2114 W. Market Street. Visitation will also be held Thursday, March 19, 2020 from 9:00-11:00 a.m. at Love City Church, 335 North 25th Street. A celebration of life will be held at the church at 11:00 a.m. with burial in Evergreen Cemetery. Expressions of sympathy in honor of Brother Joe should be sent to Hosparus of Louisville. Due to the outbreak of the Corona Virus we will be using social distancing at the funeral home and the church.