Joe W. Birdwell passed away Saturday, Sept 7, 2019, in Cleburne. He was born in Jefferson, Texas on February 10, 1933 to Clarence and Elizabeth Birdwell. Joe married Ada Delaune on April 7, 1951 in Channelview. He worked as a machinist for the Union Pacific Railroad. Joe is survived by his son, Pat and wife Debbie of Crowley; sister, Judi Wetmore of Cleburne; daughter- in-law Dena Birdwell; 6 grandchildren, 11 great grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his parents and son, Joe Michael Birdwell. Service is private.