July 17, 1953 - October 25, 2017
Joe D. Urrutia entered eternal rest on October 25, 2017 at the age of 64. A native of San Antonio, Texas, he was born to Joe G. and Evelyn D. Urrutia on July 17, 1953. He was a proud band member and Alumni of Memorial High school class of 1972. Joe was known for his generosity and caring ways. He loved the holidays, especially setting up holiday lights and decorations. Joe was a loving family man and great provider to all his family and friends and will truly be missed by all. He was preceded in death by his parents; and is survived by his loving wife of 37 years, Irene Urrutia; children: Erica V. Urrutia, Joe V. Urrutia IV "Blue", Anthony V. Urrutia, Nicholas Vargas (Karla De Anda); granddaughter Julia Elena Vargas; 3 siblings; and numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, and nephews In lieu of flowers, monetary donations are appreciated to Prince of Peace building fund.
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Published by San Antonio Express-News on Nov. 5, 2017.

Memories and Condolences
for Joe Urrutia

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Sara Wright

November 14, 2017

To the Urrutia family.. my deepest condolences goes out to you all. Though I did not have the pleasure of meeting Mr Urrutia I have had the honor of hearing wonderful stories about him. He was a wonderful man who I admire and respect for the way he took care of his family. I have the joy of getting to some what know the type of man he was through his wonderful daughter, Erica. Mr Urrutia will forever live on through each one of his children. Always remember he is smiling down on you all from Heaven and watching over each of you daily. I can only imagine the pain in all of your hearts. But you can have comfort in knowing he was so truly loved and is in a beautiful place. You all will remain in my thoughts, heart and prayers

Jim Snyder

November 14, 2017

Joe, I can still remember the day I met you when you, Minnie, and me were processing in to AFCEE. It was the start of many good times and laughs. Rest in peace, sorry we lost you too soon.

Jesus Vargas

November 13, 2017

"Death ends a life, not a relationship." You were the life of every family get together. I get misty eyes in knowing physically you will not be around but it is rare to having known someone in which all memories are good and joyful. You will never be forgotten. Thanks for the rum.

November 13, 2017

I am so sorry for your loss. You are all in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

Erica Urrutia

November 10, 2017

Daddy I miss you so much. I can't believe your gone. I keep waiting and hoping you will walk through the door. I was not ready to lose you. I feel so lost at times. I'm trying to make you proud everyday. I made a few promises to you and I will fulfill them. I love and miss you dad.

Richard Urdiales

November 8, 2017

Delia and my deepest condolences. Amazed how well he looked that Thurs. At the 50th year MHS celebration. GOD Grant your family healing in your loss.Richard and Delia Urdiales.

Mike V Sanchez

November 8, 2017

Joe , you will be missed , my friend . I enjoyed having you in some classes in school. and , we will keep your entire family in our prayers.RIP JOE !

Lupe Castellano-Arenal

November 8, 2017

To the Urrutia family, my sincere condolences to you all for the passing of our dear friend Joe.
I knew Joe from Jr High through High School. I will miss you my friend and especially those text msgs and phone calls asking 100 questions while we were planning our high school reunion these last few months, lol.
It was a pleasure knowing you and I'm very proud to have called you my friend. May you rest in peace.
Memorial Class of 1972 Alumni.

Rudy De La Luz

November 7, 2017

RIP Mr Joe. Or Mr Joe The Mean One as you liked to be called. It was my pleasure counting you as my longtime friend. You will be missed. I'll miss getting those calls from you every couple of months so we could get caught up. Irene and your family will be in our prayers!!!

Kathleen Mata

November 7, 2017

Joe, it was a pleasure to reunite at our reunion meetings and talk to you. First couldn't remember you but then I remembered you been a quite guy. So it was good seeing again. My condolences to the Urrutia family. You will be missed. CLASS OF 1972 will always remember you.

Hope Bueno (QVC)

November 6, 2017

I was so sorry to hear of the loss of your loved one. I'm sending you a hug from afar.

November 6, 2017

Joe ,My friend it was great reconnecting and remembering the days as high school band members. May you rest in peace. May God Bless your Family in this time of sorrow. You are in my prayers .
Joe Albert Mendoza

EDDIE TIJERINA

November 5, 2017

Enjoyed working with Joe at the SA Missions baseball field. Great memories. May you rest in peace.

Ramon Jr Castoreno

November 5, 2017

Joe I hadn't seen you since graduating in 1972 . As we were talking at one of many meetings for our class reunion . We found out we grew up almost in the same area of town. It was great going back into time.
God bless you and your family

Diana Vara

November 2, 2017

Joe, although I hadn't seen you in years, I was so happy that Irene and I reconnected, she updated me on the years that went by. I still remember when you both were dating, a sweet looking couple that didn't have a care in the world and then there you were a loving husband and caring father for your family. I know you will still be looking over your family, God Bless.

Lucy Mehlen

November 2, 2017

I remember Joe from Brooks AFB and later Port San Antonio, so shocking to hear of the the news. Joe was always smiling and very pleasant in my every interaction with him. My sincere condolences to all his loved ones.

November 1, 2017

Joe, you've been a coworker and friend since 1992. You will be missed.
Gerry Saulnier

Carl Lanz

October 31, 2017

God Bless You and Rest in Peace. Hope you finally get to meet Elvis.

Carl Lanz

October 31, 2017

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Dario Beniquez

October 31, 2017

Hey Joe, it was fun knowing you, talking about movies, and laughing about work. I definitely wont forget you.

Roland Perez

October 30, 2017

Joe, I ran into you a couple of times when the reunion was in the planning stages and at the actual event. As always, it was really great to see you, I'll never forget you my friend.

Denise Etherton

October 29, 2017

You will never be forgotten especially now when I hear an Elvis song. Working with you for 20 years leaves many memories. Rest in peace and save us a cloud or two.

Jon Atkinson

October 28, 2017

Joe, I'm remembering all the TDYs I went with you to former Chanute and Edwards AFBs. It was enjoyable and memorable to work with you during these trips and related AFCEE projects. And I'll always cherish our chats in the office. You'll be always in my thoughts and reminiscences of our many shared years at AFCEE.

Wayne Bitner

October 28, 2017

Thanks Joe for all the times you brought smiles to the faces of the overworked. Your always kind words and thoughts made the days happy. Gonna miss you buddy! Wayne Bitner

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