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Joseph Escovedo Obituary

Joseph Edward Escovedo Sr. passed away Sunday, Sept. 12, 2010 in Indio. He was born April 3, 1945 in Ray, Ariz. to Jose Escovedo and Armida Gonzalez. He lived and worked in Indio for 62 years. Joseph is survived by Celia R. Escovedo, his wife of 46 ½ years. They met in the eighth grade at Jefferson Middle and were high school sweethearts at Indio High School. He is also survived by his children, Julee Ann and Joseph E. Jr.; four grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; eight sisters, Rosuara, Manuela, Irene, Mary, Sara, Rachel, Theresa, Sylvia; and one brother, Robert. Services will be at Our Lady of Perpetual Help in Indio on September 21, 2010 with rosary at 9:00 AM and mass at 9:30 AM.

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Published by The Desert Sun from Sep. 16 to Sep. 21, 2010.

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Julee Ann De La Rosa

September 25, 2010

Daddy, if tears could build a stairway,and memories a lane, I'd walk right up to heaven and bring you home again. I love and miss you more than words can say.

Julee A. De La Rosa

September 25, 2010

To my Daddy, if tears could build a stairway,
And memories a lane,
I'd walk right up to heaven
And bring you home again.
I miss you more than words can say. Your Daughter

My brother and I

Sara Simms

September 22, 2010

I was just thinking of the days growing up with all the teasing you used to do to me even up to my adult life. I'm missing you so much. But so glad that you are in a safe place now with no pain. Love you very much.

lilith esquivel

September 21, 2010

A candle from your bagaboo...with love...

Baldomer&Julia Guajardo

September 20, 2010

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Polly D'Auria-Showalter, R.N.

September 17, 2010

God bless you, my friend. You are healthy and whole now. Sally and family, I am always here for you.

Love, Polly

Mary Delgado Desert Cities Ins.

September 17, 2010

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

Terry Montgomery

September 17, 2010

To my beloved Brother Eddie
You will be deeply missed and I am so glad we got to talk the night before you
left us.
Love you always
Your sister Terry.

Lucy Diaz

September 17, 2010

Eddie, you will always be remember by me as kind, caring as fun to be around in our school years. Lucy Calderon Diaz (Bakersfield)

September 16, 2010

Tio Eddie we love you and will miss you dearly my you rest in peace.
Jesse,Elaine Jesse jr. Marissa,and Jelly

Bob Montgomery

September 16, 2010

Eddie
Just want to say it has been an honor to
know you and have you as a brother in law. I will always remember the good times.

September 16, 2010

I will miss my uncle very much.....yvonne

Rest in peace Tio, you truly are in a better place. I LOVE YOU.

Tabitha Ramirez

September 16, 2010

Sara Simms

September 16, 2010

Rest in peace my brother, you will be missed. I'm only sorry that I didn't get a chance to say good-bye. Love you, Sara

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