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Joseph Garcia Obituary

Joseph M. Garcia 2/9/1943 - 4/11/2011 A loving, faithful and honest man of integrity who dedicated his life to all who knew him, his country and our Heavenly Father who has called upon him to serve as the angel he was on earth in the Kingdom of Glory. "Mikie" touched many lives and will not soon be forgotten. He is preceded in death by his parents, Benicio and Victoria Montoya Garcia; his siblings, Sadie and David Lomeli and Joe O. Garcia. He is survived by his wife of 44 years, Nina L. Garcia; children, Michelle, Kreg, Tony, Tina, Karina and Brian; grandchildren, Deven, Cory, Anthony, Kaitlyn, Marina, Ashton and Lorenzo; siblings, Roberta and Tony Cardona and Rita and Jim Baker and many nieces, nephews and cousins. Rosary will be recited at 11:30 a.m. Mass will be offered at 12:00 p.m. at St. Andrews the Apostle Church, 800 Taylor Dr. Sierra Vista on Monday, April 18, 2011. Graveside Service will be held at 2:00 p.m. at the Southern Arizona Veterans Memorial Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Andrews the Apostle Church Building Fund. Arrangements entrusted to DESERT SUNSET FUNERAL HOME 297-9007.

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Published by Arizona Daily Star on Apr. 13, 2011.

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April 19, 2011

Nina and family - My deepest regrets on the death of Mike. He was like a brother to me since he sometimes felt he had to tell me who I should and should not date! He spent many hours at my Mom's house when we were in high school. And, I have a wonderful picture of he and I and he was in his cop uniform. Just remember he is not gone, he is just "away" and you will be together again. I hope to see you in September when I travel to Bisbee to see my family. I have wonderful, fond memories of Mike and no one can take memories away. I am sure you and your children also have fond memories that can be shared until we all meet again. I would have loved to go to the service but living in Ohio there is no way I could have made it and I don't fly due to asthma problems. My Love and God bless you and your family. Mary Ellen (Abril) Roberson

Mario Encinas

April 15, 2011

Michelle and Family,
Please accept my deepest sympathy in the loss of your beloved dad. His life on this earth has finished, but he will live in Gods Kingdom forever where is will always be watching and taking care of you and your family . May God embrace your family and give you peace through this difficult time. God Bless.

Catrina Q

April 15, 2011

Nino,

I want you to know that I love you with my heart. I wish that you didnt have to leave so soon, but now you are resting and no longer suffering. Thank you for being a part of my life. both you and my nina.

Patricia & Veronica Sandoval

April 15, 2011

To a very dear family with whom we had THEE most wonderful connection with starting back in 1988. Mikie, you have left us all with deep sorrow, but you also left us with many good time memories. Our deepest love and heartfelt sympathies to Nina, Michelle, Tony, Karina and the rest of the family.

Giselle Chavez & Family

April 14, 2011

Michelle and Famliy,
I am so sorry to learn of your loss. Though I never met your father I can see he was very special. Your fathers integrity and strength was definitely passed onto you Michelle. I wanted to express my dearest condolences. I am sure he is smiling down from heaven so proud of his family for the years of love and support. Just remember that your Dad is still by your side through every milestone, yours and his grandchildren. May God Bless you and your family. You are all in my prayers.

Love,

Vivian Ortiz

April 13, 2011

Mike you left an indelible mark with the lives you touched and crossed paths with in your lifetime. You treated everyone with respect and led a dignified life. May your surviving family find comfort in knowing that you were respected and loved by everyone, and that your honesty and dedication to your country, family and friends will live on forever. May you rest in peace as you watch over your loving family. I have so many fond, happy memories of you and you will always live in my heart.

Gracie Quinlan

April 13, 2011

My dear Nina and family:

Reading Mike's obituary this morning, I remember him just as he was described – loving, faithful, dedicated, and an honest man of integrity. I give you my loving and sincere condolences. I, just as you, take comfort in knowing he has gone to a better place and he is no longer in pain. I am so glad that my last visit with him was such a happy time.

Love,

Veronica Gutierrez

April 13, 2011

We have many memories in our hearts that we can reflect on. Mike will be truly missed. May god bless all of you in your time of sorrow. My thoughts and prayers are with the family at this time.

Bob & Letty (Quinlan) Gastelum

April 13, 2011

We will always remember Mike for his "great smile" and his truly wonderful personality. Our sincere and heartfelt thoughts and prayers are with Nina, his children and grandchilden at this time of sorrow. We are so blessed to have had him in our lifes and know that he is looking down on us from heaven where he is now at peace with the Lord.

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