Joseph Price, a devoted husband, proud father, cherished “Pop,” and man of unwavering work ethic, passed away unexpectedly, on Dec. 6, 2025.
He poured his heart into everything he did—especially into the sporting communities he served. From local rec league fields to the high school baseball diamond, his hands, time, and passion helped shape countless seasons and memories. He loved sports, especially cheering on the Tennessee Volunteers, but even more he loved the kids he coached, the co-workers who became lifelong friends, and those he quietly helped whenever he saw a need.
He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Horace and Janie Price, of Hackleburg, Alabama; maternal grandparents, John Dell and T’Willie Emerson, of Muscle Shoals, Alabama; and his younger brother, Jason Price, of Sparta.
Joe leaves behind his loving wife of 35 years, Nancy Price; his children, Kyle (Leah) Price, of Chattanooga, Kelly (Lee) Sneller, of Tuscaloosa, Alabama; and his greatest joys—the ones who made him “Pop”: Ava Price, Riven Sneller, and Remi Sneller.
Born the eldest of four sons of J.C. and Nancy Price, Joe embraced the role of big brother wholeheartedly.
He is survived by his brothers, Jamie (Amy) Price, of Mocksville, North Carolina, and Joshua (Taylor) Price, of Greenville, South Carolina, and remembered with love by many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins from Michigan to Alabama, Tennessee, and North Carolina.
Joseph’s legacy is one of love, loyalty, service, and hard work.
He leaves behind fields he cared for, generations he influenced, and a family and community forever grateful for the way he lived his life.
He will forever be missed.
Celebration of Life was 2-6 p.m., Dec. 11, 2025, at Oak Lawn Funeral Home.
Memorial donations may be made in his honor to the White County High School Baseball Booster Club.
“Oh sweet darling, you get the best of my love.” — The Eagles
“And now these three remain: faith, hope, and love.
“But the greatest of these is love.” — 1 Corinthians 13:13
Oak Lawn Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
