Joseph Michael Birkner's Obituary
Joseph Michael Birkner, 66
Thompson Global Partners
Joseph M. Birkner, Lakeland - passed away December 23, 2019. Joe was born in Belleville, Illinois on March 27, 1953 to the late Vincent and June Birkner. He moved to Lakeland as a child. He worked in multiple states as an Industrial Project Manager. He was an avid golfer, Florida Gators fan and a man of service to others.
He is survived by his wife, Lisa Phillips Birkner; son, Britt (Lindsay) Birkner; grandchildren, Addison and Zane; daughter, Kayla (Bryan) Hayes; brother, John (Kristy) Birkner; and sister, Mary (Greg) Rieger. Visitation will be Saturday, December 28, from 4:00 – 6:00 PM at Gentry Morrison Funeral Home Serenity Gardens Chapel, 3350 Mall Hill Dr. Lakeland, Florida 33810. A Memorial Service will be held on February 22, 2020 at 2:00 PM at Christ the King Episcopal Church, 6400 N. Socrum Loop Rd. Lakeland. In lieu of flowers donation will be accepted at Wilsonhouserecovery.org or Viste.org
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