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Jose Angel Garcia Obituary
67 of Chandler entered eternal rest on February 28, 2013 in Chandler. Jose was born in Duncan, Arizona and served in the United States Army as a Lieutenant. He was a lieutenant with the Mesa Police Department and in his retirement was the chief of security at Chandler-Gilbert Community College. Jose was also a human rights activist. He is survived by his wife Rosalia Garcia; sons Jose Alfredo Garcia, Jesus Antonio Garcia and Jose Carlos Garcia; grandchildren: Jesus, Mario, Dominic, Janessa and Daniel and sister Kathrine Camarena. He was preceded in death by his parents Salvadore and Genievieve Garcia and brothers Manuel Garcia, Sr. and Margartio Garcia. Visitation will be from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. on Monday, March 4, 2013 at Queen of Heaven Mortuary Chapel, 1562 East Baseline Road 85204. The Rosary will be recited at 7:00 p.m. Funeral Mass will be Tuesday, March 5, 2013 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Mary's Catholic Church, 230 W. Galveston, Chandler, Arizona. Inurnment with military honors will be at Queen of Heaven Cemetery on Tuesday, March 12, 2013 at 9 a.m. Memories and condolences may be made by visiting the online obituary Guest Book at www.obits.azcentral.com. Arrangements are entrusted to Queen of Heaven Mortuary.
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Memories and Condolences
for Jose Angel Garcia
Dahlia Gonzales
March 23, 2019
When I received this email so many memories of Joe came to mind, "he was may college dad". He care for all of us students and co-workers. There was one, "one of few". I got my hand on a taser gun, not the ones that shoot. Anyway Joe found out and gave me a call me and asked me to bring the taser gun to his office, and didn't take it to him, "I thought I would just take it home". Well sent two of his security guards escort me to his office with the taser and lectured me and told me that, "whoever would attempt to attack you could just take it away and use it on you". So he confiscated it. So many memories have been coming to mind. He care for all of us. So many great memories! He was the college dad. Dahlia
Gloria Diaz
March 24, 2013
Mrs Garcia: Sad to hear of Mr:Garcia's passing.May the memories hold you till you meet again!My husband,and I will miss not seeing him at McDonald's with the Grandkids.He left you 3 Sons to comfort you for now.I will keep you in my prayers."May He Rest In Peace" Gloria Diaz and Family
Carlos and Donna
Carlos Cobos
March 23, 2013
I am very sad to hear that my closes friend through High School has passed to be with his Parents and brothers. I am also sorry we did not keep in touch. I loved Joe like a Brother, that is why I named my only son after him. Rosie, I will Pray for you and all of Joe's family and friends. May the Lord be with all of you. May God's
new Gardian Angel be with all of us.
March 21, 2013
Rosie and family, I just learned of Joe's death. In reading all of the condolences from his many colleagues you should be gratified to know how many he helped and befriended. He had wisdom and insight and used it well. So sorry to hear of his passing.
K.J. Hutchinson
Alliance, Nebraska
March 10, 2013
My deepest sympathy to the Garcia family. God bless you at this time of sorrow.
Mark Bogan
March 7, 2013
Joe was my lt for 2 or 3 years. One of the best supervisors I had. Learned alot from him.
John Szczepanski
March 7, 2013
I worked with Jose Garcia at the Mesa Police Department. My deepest sympathy to the Garcia family.
Fred Conway
March 6, 2013
I worked with Joe during his entire career at Mesa PD. My original badge was #66 and his was 67. Joe served in Viet Nam and was a hero by any standards. I shall miss this honest and kind man. I shall light a candle at St. Anne's for my friend.
Fred Conway
Terry Bellows
March 5, 2013
Worked with Joe along time ago Mesa PD.
San Tan Credit Union
March 5, 2013
All of us at Santan Credit Union will miss seeing our friend.
Anayanci Murphy
March 5, 2013
Our deepest symapthy to you, Rosa, and your family. Anayanci Murphy and family.
Harvey & Alice Hill
March 4, 2013
Rosie,so sorry for your loss.Joe was always a good friend to our family.
lots of love to you and yours.
Bill Rudd
March 4, 2013
Rosie and Family,
I was deeply saddened to hear of Jose's passing. He was a great mentor to me over the years and taught me many things. He was a compassionate and careing human being and will be greatly missed. He is now with the Lord and giving Him his opinion on how things should be. Rest in peace my friend.
Rosemary Ybarra-Hernandez
March 4, 2013
Thank you - Muchisimas Gracias - for all you have done for the community of Chandler, for Arizona, for our youth. You leave behind a beautiful legacy in your family, community and children whose lives you made richer through your tireless efforts to make our world better, more just and more aware of the beauty in our world.
March 4, 2013
Joe Garcia has always been a great friend and mentor. My deepest sympathy to the family. Dahlia
Margaret & Jerry Buza
March 4, 2013
Jerry and I were saddened to learn of Jose's passing. Many years ago we drove out to your house at Jose's invitation and had a wonderful time and were happy to meet you. God needed another angel.
March 4, 2013
Rosie, Joe was a wise, gentle, and kind man. We will truly miss him at Bible study on Tuesdays. Love, Rich & Mary Hernandez
Laura Quiñones
March 4, 2013
Rosa, I am saddened to hear of Joe's passing. Joe inspired many of us who came to know him. I will never forget when he welcomed me and my son Nick to help with C3HR. That was our first community involvement in Chandler. Joe cared about everyone and lead by example to make our community a better place. From the numerous Cinco de Mayo Chihuahua races to the Annual Mariachi concerts he was making a difference. He will never be forgotten and will be missed. The musica must keep playing!! My heartfelt condolences to you and your family.
Laura Quiñones & Family
Diane Thomas
March 4, 2013
May God's grace and mercy assist you during this time. My prayers are with you all.
Jim & Anita Mason
March 4, 2013
Our heartfelt sympathies and prayers go out to the Garcia family. Thank you for sharing Joe with the Mesa Police Dept, Chandler-Gilbret CC and especially our Country. We will always have good memories of Joe.
Novakovic Family Practice Staff
March 4, 2013
You will always be remembered not only as a patient but as a good friend to all of us. Thank you for your kindness and your service to our nation. RIP.
Maria De La Torre
March 4, 2013
My deepest sympathy to the Garcia family. My prayers and thoughts are with you.
Raquel Diaz-McMahon
March 4, 2013
My deepest sympathy to Mrs. Garcia, Carlos, Freddy and Tony. Mr. Garcia was a great man and will truly be missed.
Dan Saban
March 4, 2013
Joe, thank you so much for caring about me and having the patients to develop me. I'll miss our "coffee" chats and your sincere way of offering your wisdom and guidance. God Bless you Brother!
Dan Saban
March 4, 2013
Dearest Garcia Family, Joe was an AMAZING Man, Leader, and true American Hero! I am so GRATEFUL that I was able to serve with him and most of all be mentored by a man like him. Thank you so MUCH for sharing him with us over all these years. God's Blessings and Healing to you all!
March 4, 2013
Rosie,
We are saddened to hear of Joe's passing. Joe inspired many of us who came to know him. At this time of pain and sorrow you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Que Dios Bendiga Joe, usted y su familia.
Rudy and Becky Casillas
Wayne and Eva Hill
March 3, 2013
Rosie, Eva and I have the greatest respect for you and Joe and his death deeply saddens us. So many great memories and i owe so much to Joe. May the Lord welcome him into his loving arms and may he rest in peace. We pray the Lord embraces you and the family offering His love and comfort. We love you with all of our hearts
Michelle Bobadilla
March 3, 2013
Joe and Yolanda, My deepest symapthy to you and your family. I am here if you need anything.
The Berumen Family.
March 3, 2013
Our condolences to the Garcia family. Rest peacefully.
June Loughrey-Hayes
March 3, 2013
Rosie, you both were such wonderful friends to me when I worked with Joe first as a Sgt. and then Lt. He was a great mentor. I know you and the boys will miss him dearly.
Lars Jarvie
March 3, 2013
Joe's service in the Army, at the City of Mesa and at the college has left us an outstanding example of how one person can make the world a much better place. Joe was a good man who truly cared about others. He will be missed. My heartfelt condolences to the family.
Hector Federico
March 3, 2013
Rosie, our condolences to you and your family. We recognize Joe for his greatness, caring demeanor and love for all of us. Sometimes it's so difficult to understand why things occur that are so significant. The Lord must now have another special plan for him to carry out. We will miss him deeply but know he is in good hands! Adios mi amigo! Love Hector and Janet Federico
James Farina
March 3, 2013
So sorry for your loss. Mr. Garcia was my Traffic Lietenant back in 1988, when when I came to motors.
March 3, 2013
Rest in peace Joe, you were a great American, a great police officer and good friend, what more can you ask for. Paul and Cherie Springall
Richard Moore
March 3, 2013
Oh Rosie, Agnese and I are saddened by this news, but still happy that Joe has finally achieved eternal peace. May he rest forever in the arms of his Lord. (Catfish)
Tina Nesbitt
March 3, 2013
Joe,
I have lighten a candle to help light the way to the pearly gates where I knew the Lord will welcome you with open arms. To the Garcia family, my truest condolences. Joe was a good man and was there to guide me when I was a young pup on the Police Department. He treated people with respect and patience and always took time to listen if you needed an ear.
He will be missed, but never forgotten.
Richard Leonard
March 2, 2013
Rosie I am so sorry about Joe, he was one of my all time hero's. He will truley be missed and we will see again at other place and time. Love Sandy and Dick Leonard
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