Search by Name
Search by Name
1945
2013
Jose "Joe" Gonzales Jr. October 3, 1945- February 19, 2013 Jose "Joe" Gonzales Jr., 67, On February 20, 2013, our angel was called back to heaven. Born in El Paso, Texas, to Jose and Maria Gonzales in 1945. Joe graduated from Casa Grande Union High School in 1963. In 1967, he joined the United States Marine Corps. Joe served during the Vietnam War earning a Purple Heart. While in the Marines, he met the love of his life Irma Saavedra. After six months, they wed in 1970 and were married 43 wonderful years. Joe worked as a fabrication welder in the agricultural industry. He was employed at Mc Clusky Machinery, WM Bolthouse Farms, and Boyd and Boyd throughout his Career. Joe's love of family was always the reason for his happiness, spending countless hours with his wife, children and grandchildren. Joe was a hero to everyone he knew. His generosity was a quality that distinguished him from others. Joe was truly an angel sent from heaven. Joe will truly be missed by his family and friends who loved him dearly. Joe was preceded in death by his father, Jose Sr. and mother, Maria. He is survived by his wife, Irma; sons, Jose II (wife Nicole), Eric (wife Sarah) and Mark (wife Jayla) and nine grandchildren; three brothers and one sister, Ted, Ricardo, Gustavo and Cecilia; sisters in law, Catalina, Rachel, Connie, Berta, Barbara , and Rosie with many nieces and nephews. A Rosary/Mass for Joe will be held at St. Joseph Catholic Church on Thursday, February 28, 2013 at 10:00 a.m. with a viewing beginning at 9:00 a.m. Interment will follow at the Bakersfield National Cemetery at 12:30 p.m. For additional information, please contact Basham Funeral Care at 873-8200. Basham Funeral Care www.bakersfield.com/obits
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
4 Entries
I will miss my hero dearly. He was the inspiration for everything that I am. My children will miss their papa with all their hearts. The world truly lost a great man. I love you with all of my heart!!!
Your son,
Joey
Joe and Nicole Gonzales
February 27, 2013
Irma, Joe, Nicole & entire Gonzales Family,
Our most heartfelt condolences for the untimely loss Joe Jr. He will be deeply missed. Soft spoken and quiet man with the strength of twenty men. Know that you are in our prayers....
Rick & Kimberly Perez
February 27, 2013
Rosario Cervantes
February 27, 2013
Aunt Irma, We will miss Uncle Joe very much, he was one of the kindest person and was always smiling and happy. Uncle Joe was a very special and one of a kind guy, and he always made you feel welcomed. Asencio and I will truly miss him. But we have our memories and he will always be in our hearts. I know I will see him again in paradise. Until then when we all meet again, we want you to know we love both you and Uncle Joe very much.
love always, near or far,
Asencio and Donna Constancio
Asencio and Donna Constancio
February 27, 2013
Showing 1 - 4 of 4 results
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read moreWhat kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read moreWe'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreIf you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read moreLegacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read moreThey're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read more